Multnomah County Dept. of Community Justice
1401 NE 68th Ave, Portland, OR 97214
OVERVIEW
The Juvenile Services Division (JSD) Director provides key leadership for the department and the division. The position crafts, lobbies for, and manages a $30 million dollar budget with approximately 150 full-time staff and supervision of approximately 1,000 justice-involved youth annually in secured custody and in the community.
The JSD Director exercises responsibility for making decisions that affect the direction of both the department and division and is responsible for program outcomes. They develop, direct, and implement programs critical to the department and JSD, collaborating with the local criminal justice system, state partners and community providers. The JSD Director reports directly to the DCJ Department Director.
This is a Limited Duration position anticipated to last six (6) months. Limited duration positions may last up to two (2) years, but can end at any time.
Primary responsibilities of this position include:
Provide Leadership and Direction
Articulate a sense of direction through a clear, realistic vision to create change in the juvenile justice system that serves the interests of multiple stakeholders – employees, the public, justice-involved youth and their families, victims/survivors, community providers, stakeholder groups, schools, the judiciary, attorneys, law enforcement, state agencies (Oregon Youth Authority (OYA), Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS), Oregon Health Authority (OHA)), and other youth-serving agencies. Communicate the vision and its direction with credibility to key stakeholders at every opportunity.
Provide leadership, operational oversight, and advocacy for the daily operations and administrative functions of the Juvenile Services Division (JSD); develop and implement program and strategic planning; implement and oversee the development of division policies, procedures and business practices.
Direct and approve through subordinate managers the planning, prioritizing, assigning, supervising, training and review of the work of a diverse workforce; act as a resource and provide direction, guidance and leadership to staff; advise on more complex and sensitive concerns and issues; select, direct and manage the work of consultants.
Respond to and resolve confidential and sensitive inquiries; investigate complaints and recommend corrective action as necessary.
Work with managers and staff at all levels of the organization to explore solutions, resolve problems, redistribute current resources, and change priorities to meet the changing program needs of the department in an effort to accomplish goals and meet department benchmarks.
Provide direction and oversight of evidenced based practices that are proven to be effective in the juvenile justice system; promote and lead system reforms such as the Juvenile Detention Alternatives Initiative (JDAI), Transforming Juvenile Probation, Restorative Practices, and Reducing the Use of Isolation in Detention.
Conceptualize and develop innovative and more effective services in collaboration with various agencies, system partners and stakeholders; develop procedures to implement new and/or changing regulatory requirements and state laws.
Provide leadership in managing secured detention services for youth, including managing capacity and reducing overall reliance on detention.
Networking and Collaboration
Serve as a member of the department's Executive Management Team as a principal advisor and participant in decision-making processes where policy, budget, and other decisions are made that impact the entire department.
Foster positive relationships and collaborate with two unions to build partnerships between management and labor.
Represent the department and the division, as well as the County, to the public, elected officials, other agencies, other governments, committees, and organizations through collaborative relationships with partners and key stakeholders in an effort to enhance the continuum of accountability, public safety, and service delivery.
Develop collaborative working relationships with youth-serving community partners and state agencies around assessment and case planning to improve outcomes for youth under JSD's supervision.
Serve as a member of the Local Public Safety Coordinating Council (LPSCC) Executive Committee and a member of the Child Abuse Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) Executive Committee; provide expert guidance on the juvenile justice system to other departments, the general public, and/or outside agencies; represent the County to the public, elected officials, other agencies, governments. and organizations including making presentations, participating in meetings, and conducting community outreach; act as a representative on committees, interagency task forces, and special projects.
Coordinate and collaborate with the Department of County Assets/Facilities Property Management to maintain and enhance the physical environment of the Juvenile Justice Complex and specifically the juvenile detention facility.
Interact and network with other juvenile justice professionals (e.g., Oregon Juvenile Department Directors’ Association (OJDDA), Council of Juvenile Justice Administrators (CJJA), Annie E. Casey Foundation, US Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention (OJJDP), Youth Correctional Leaders for Justice (YCLJ)) and politicians/elected officials/legislators throughout the State of Oregon and the nation in an effort to identify evidenced based practices and to incorporate those practices into the department, County, and public safety continuum of services.
Quality Assurance, Analysis of Performance Data, Realignment
Develop, implement and maintain quality management and change management plans and systems to ensure compliance and achieve performance measures and outcomes.
Recommend and establish administrative controls and improvements; collaborate with DCJ Research and Planning (RAP) team to develop tools and resources (e.g., reports, dashboards) to monitor division programs and outcomes.
Evaluate goals, objectives, priorities and activities to improve performance and outcomes.
Maintain oversight of evidence based practices, outcome measures, and division benchmarks to ensure the department is deepening efforts in research-based practices.
Analyze and review federal, state and local laws, regulations, policies and procedures in order to ensure compliance; conduct analysis on best practices and trends, and formulate and implement recommendations.
Budget Development, Administration, Monitoring and Adjustments.
Oversee/lead the development and administration of the division budget, including the forecasting of additional funds needed for staffing and resources, expenditures, and recommend mid-year or other adjustments.
As a member of the Executive Management Team, coordinate the finalization of budgets to ensure the timely submission of the department budget.
Monitor budgets and spending to ensure adherence to County finance rules.
Develop justifications for budgetary recommendations and/or adjustments.
Identify, obtain and manage funding from grants and community partners; participate in the interpretation, negotiation, management and enforcement of contracts and grants.
Multnomah County is actively recruiting persons from diverse backgrounds to enhance service delivery to our diverse community. Our commitment to exceptional customer service relies upon a team-oriented workplace and a continuous quality improvement environment.
Ideal Candidate Profile
The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate expertise in the following areas:
Leadership:
Leadership - Able to engage and work with community partners and external stakeholders. Effectively delegates to employees, broadens employee opportunities, acts with fairness toward direct reports, and hires talented people for his/her team. Uses effective listening skills and communication to involve others, build consensus, and influence others in decision-making.
Culturally Competent - Demonstrates acceptance, commitment, and unconditional regard when working with others. Is empathetic and able to accurately perceive the feelings and meanings behind what is being expressed. Strives for congruency with others through interactions that are open, spontaneous, and genuine. Demonstrates awareness of own biases and recognizes the ways in which they are different from others. Continually develops the ability to share those differences in a non-judgmental way. Adjusts own style to effectively communicate across cultural boundaries. Has a working knowledge of norms and expectations as it applies to communicating with others during the course of their work. Attempts to initiate positive contact with people different from themselves.
Building Relationships - Understands relationship-based cultures and builds diverse relationships to achieve innovative/creative approaches to work. Techniques include outreach, creating strategic alliances, community building, networking, partnering, team building, giving and receiving feedback, and bridging differences with effective communication.
Resourcefulness – Thinks strategically and makes good decisions under pressure. Sets up complex work systems and engages in flexible problem-solving behavior. Works effectively with senior and executive management in dealing with the complexities of the management job. Breaks out of the conventional view and does not assume that the organization will do something the same way, because "it's always done it that way." This is done through an attitude of continuous quality improvement, looking at evidenced based, best/proven, and promising practices, and thoughtful experimentation with new approaches.
Change Agent - Effectively manages and leads changing issues, processes, systems, and workforce. Skills include knowledge of change and change processes, long-range planning, awareness of internal and external causes of change, and ability to deal with both task and people issues related to change (e.g. emotional support, crisis management, transitions, conflict resolution, facilitation, selling change to the skeptic, etc.).
Communication:
Inspires others to invest resources in establishing and maintaining best practices in DCJ and throughout the public safety continuum of services.
Ensures the flow of information within DCJ and to our community partners.
Creates an atmosphere of trust, openness, and inclusiveness.
Individual Characteristics:
Fosters high standards of ethics and integrity.
Treats others in a fair and ethical manner.
Expert listener, communicator, and facilitator.
Deals effectively with pressure.
Maintains focus and intensity and remains optimistic and persistent.
Inspires others to succeed.
Demonstrates corporate responsibility and commitment to public service.
*Please note: We are planning to hold the virtual assessments on 2/4/25 and hiring interviews on 2/10/25.
Workforce Equity: At Multnomah County, we are committed to maintaining an effective, respectful and inclusive workplace. We value collaborative problem solving and strive for continuous improvement. We strongly believe in workforce equity, diversity and inclusion. Visit our Workforce Equity Strategies Plan (WESP) to see where Multnomah County is headed with these values.
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY JUSTICE:
Vision ~ Community Safety through Positive Change
The Department of Community Justice (DCJ) is recognized as a national leader in both adult and juvenile community justice. DCJ routinely consults and makes use of evidence-based practices in our program and policy development. The Department's commitment to data-informed decision-making has led DCJ to make smart investments of taxpayer dollars in supervision, sanctions, and services for the county's highest risk and highest need justice-involved individuals. DCJ makes long-term investments in its employees through the provision of education and training. The Department believes that in order to enhance public safety we must work collaboratively with the judiciary, law enforcement, schools, treatment agencies, and the community.
The Department shares information with community members, partners, and staff to keep communities safe by preventing and reducing crime and routinely evaluating which local policies support best practices. DCJ operates 24 hours a day, with nearly 650 regular, on-call, and temporary employees. The Department supervises justice-involved individuals and those defendants requiring pretrial services. DCJ's Juvenile Services Division operates the Donald E. Long Juvenile Detention Facility and is responsible for youth on formal and informal community supervision.
More general information about the Department of Community Justice including our mission, vision, and strategies can be found at: www.multco.us/dcj .
The Department of Community Justice's Strategic Plan (Executive Summary and Full report) can be found at: https://multco.us/file/68223/download .
Serving the Public, Even During Disasters
Every day, Multnomah County staff work together to serve as a safety net for our communities. During a disaster, this safety net becomes even more critical. All County employees have a role in serving the public during inclement weather, natural disaster, or other types of community emergency response. During these emergency responses, while typically there begins with a call for volunteers, county employees may ultimately be reassigned from their current position to a role in the emergency response in order to support the critical needs presented by our communities. For more information, please visit the Disaster Service Worker Information page.
Come Find Your Why? (video)
TO QUALIFY
We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific about how your background is relevant. For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page.
Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills*:
Bachelor's degree, or equivalent work experience; AND
6 years of relevant experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position (equivalency of 10 years of qualifying training and/or experience)
Must pass a thorough background investigation which includes, but is not limited to a review of applicant’s criminal, civil, driving, military, educational and employment history prior to employment.
Preferred Qualifications/Transferable Skills*: You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills to qualify. However, keep in mind we may consider some or all of the following when identifying the most qualified candidates. Please clearly explain on your application how you meet any of the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills.
Senior-level experience leading management teams in a juvenile justice setting.
5 years or more in a senior leadership role.
Expert knowledge of proven/best practices for juvenile justice and demonstrated experience implementing reforms in a juvenile justice setting.
Expert knowledge of strategies for promoting race equity in a juvenile justice setting.
Proven success collaborating with stakeholders, system partners, and justice-involved youth and their families.
Experience creating a vision, developing strategic plans, and implementing process and/or culture changes.
Experience integrating diversity, equity and inclusion principles into work processes and practices.
Significant fiscal responsibility in a complex organization managing budgets, which include multiple sources of funds.
*Transferable skills: Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education, work experience (including the military) or life experience that are relevant for this position. Be sure to describe any transferable skills on your application and clearly explain how they apply to this position.
SCREENING AND EVALUATION
The Application Packet (please provide all the materials below):
Application: A completed online application.
Resume: An uploaded resume covering relevant experience and education. Please include the following for each employer: name of employer, location, dates of employment, your title, and a summary of your responsibilities and if applicable, the number of employees under your supervision.
Cover Letter: An uploaded cover letter that addresses why you are interested in this opportunity and provides specific examples to demonstrate how your experience and skills align with the descriptions in the “Overview” section of this job posting, and how you meet the minimum and preferred qualifications of this position. Please limit your cover letter to one (1) page.
The Selection Process: For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page . We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows:
Initial review of minimum qualifications
Preferred qualification review (if needed depending on size of applicant pool)
Screening Interviews
Hiring Interviews
Additional meetings and/or presentations (if needed)
Consideration of top candidates
Background, reference, education checks, fingerprinting
Equal Pay: Please be advised that the pay range listed for this position is intended to provide general guidance on the earning potential for the role. However, actual compensation will be determined in accordance with the Oregon Equal Pay Law and will consider factors such as the candidate's relevant experience and education. Candidates should expect that initial offers will be made within the listed pay range and may not be at or near the top of the range.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Type of Position: This salaried management, non-represented limited duration position is not eligible for overtime
Duration: This is a Limited Duration position, up to 2 years.
FLSA: Exempt
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 40 hours per week
Location: Juvenile Justice Complex . This position's telework designation is ad-hoc, and is not eligible for hybrid or routine telework subject to the Multnomah County Telework Policy and based on the Department’s business needs.
Multnomah County offers a comprehensive benefit package to all eligible employees. A few highlights include:
Health insurance (medical, dental, vision, Moda or Kaiser Permanente).
Qualify for a defined benefit pension after five years of vesting; we pick up the employee's share of the retirement contribution (6% of subject wages).
Generous paid leave (vacation, sick, parental, bereavement, military, etc.)
Life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance
Optional deferred compensation and flexible spending accounts
Robust EAP and wellness programs , including gym discounts and wellness education classes
Access to a free annual TriMet HOP pass
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). To learn more about PSLF please visit Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) .
Jan 20, 2025
Full time
OVERVIEW
The Juvenile Services Division (JSD) Director provides key leadership for the department and the division. The position crafts, lobbies for, and manages a $30 million dollar budget with approximately 150 full-time staff and supervision of approximately 1,000 justice-involved youth annually in secured custody and in the community.
The JSD Director exercises responsibility for making decisions that affect the direction of both the department and division and is responsible for program outcomes. They develop, direct, and implement programs critical to the department and JSD, collaborating with the local criminal justice system, state partners and community providers. The JSD Director reports directly to the DCJ Department Director.
This is a Limited Duration position anticipated to last six (6) months. Limited duration positions may last up to two (2) years, but can end at any time.
Primary responsibilities of this position include:
Provide Leadership and Direction
Articulate a sense of direction through a clear, realistic vision to create change in the juvenile justice system that serves the interests of multiple stakeholders – employees, the public, justice-involved youth and their families, victims/survivors, community providers, stakeholder groups, schools, the judiciary, attorneys, law enforcement, state agencies (Oregon Youth Authority (OYA), Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS), Oregon Health Authority (OHA)), and other youth-serving agencies. Communicate the vision and its direction with credibility to key stakeholders at every opportunity.
Provide leadership, operational oversight, and advocacy for the daily operations and administrative functions of the Juvenile Services Division (JSD); develop and implement program and strategic planning; implement and oversee the development of division policies, procedures and business practices.
Direct and approve through subordinate managers the planning, prioritizing, assigning, supervising, training and review of the work of a diverse workforce; act as a resource and provide direction, guidance and leadership to staff; advise on more complex and sensitive concerns and issues; select, direct and manage the work of consultants.
Respond to and resolve confidential and sensitive inquiries; investigate complaints and recommend corrective action as necessary.
Work with managers and staff at all levels of the organization to explore solutions, resolve problems, redistribute current resources, and change priorities to meet the changing program needs of the department in an effort to accomplish goals and meet department benchmarks.
Provide direction and oversight of evidenced based practices that are proven to be effective in the juvenile justice system; promote and lead system reforms such as the Juvenile Detention Alternatives Initiative (JDAI), Transforming Juvenile Probation, Restorative Practices, and Reducing the Use of Isolation in Detention.
Conceptualize and develop innovative and more effective services in collaboration with various agencies, system partners and stakeholders; develop procedures to implement new and/or changing regulatory requirements and state laws.
Provide leadership in managing secured detention services for youth, including managing capacity and reducing overall reliance on detention.
Networking and Collaboration
Serve as a member of the department's Executive Management Team as a principal advisor and participant in decision-making processes where policy, budget, and other decisions are made that impact the entire department.
Foster positive relationships and collaborate with two unions to build partnerships between management and labor.
Represent the department and the division, as well as the County, to the public, elected officials, other agencies, other governments, committees, and organizations through collaborative relationships with partners and key stakeholders in an effort to enhance the continuum of accountability, public safety, and service delivery.
Develop collaborative working relationships with youth-serving community partners and state agencies around assessment and case planning to improve outcomes for youth under JSD's supervision.
Serve as a member of the Local Public Safety Coordinating Council (LPSCC) Executive Committee and a member of the Child Abuse Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) Executive Committee; provide expert guidance on the juvenile justice system to other departments, the general public, and/or outside agencies; represent the County to the public, elected officials, other agencies, governments. and organizations including making presentations, participating in meetings, and conducting community outreach; act as a representative on committees, interagency task forces, and special projects.
Coordinate and collaborate with the Department of County Assets/Facilities Property Management to maintain and enhance the physical environment of the Juvenile Justice Complex and specifically the juvenile detention facility.
Interact and network with other juvenile justice professionals (e.g., Oregon Juvenile Department Directors’ Association (OJDDA), Council of Juvenile Justice Administrators (CJJA), Annie E. Casey Foundation, US Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention (OJJDP), Youth Correctional Leaders for Justice (YCLJ)) and politicians/elected officials/legislators throughout the State of Oregon and the nation in an effort to identify evidenced based practices and to incorporate those practices into the department, County, and public safety continuum of services.
Quality Assurance, Analysis of Performance Data, Realignment
Develop, implement and maintain quality management and change management plans and systems to ensure compliance and achieve performance measures and outcomes.
Recommend and establish administrative controls and improvements; collaborate with DCJ Research and Planning (RAP) team to develop tools and resources (e.g., reports, dashboards) to monitor division programs and outcomes.
Evaluate goals, objectives, priorities and activities to improve performance and outcomes.
Maintain oversight of evidence based practices, outcome measures, and division benchmarks to ensure the department is deepening efforts in research-based practices.
Analyze and review federal, state and local laws, regulations, policies and procedures in order to ensure compliance; conduct analysis on best practices and trends, and formulate and implement recommendations.
Budget Development, Administration, Monitoring and Adjustments.
Oversee/lead the development and administration of the division budget, including the forecasting of additional funds needed for staffing and resources, expenditures, and recommend mid-year or other adjustments.
As a member of the Executive Management Team, coordinate the finalization of budgets to ensure the timely submission of the department budget.
Monitor budgets and spending to ensure adherence to County finance rules.
Develop justifications for budgetary recommendations and/or adjustments.
Identify, obtain and manage funding from grants and community partners; participate in the interpretation, negotiation, management and enforcement of contracts and grants.
Multnomah County is actively recruiting persons from diverse backgrounds to enhance service delivery to our diverse community. Our commitment to exceptional customer service relies upon a team-oriented workplace and a continuous quality improvement environment.
Ideal Candidate Profile
The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate expertise in the following areas:
Leadership:
Leadership - Able to engage and work with community partners and external stakeholders. Effectively delegates to employees, broadens employee opportunities, acts with fairness toward direct reports, and hires talented people for his/her team. Uses effective listening skills and communication to involve others, build consensus, and influence others in decision-making.
Culturally Competent - Demonstrates acceptance, commitment, and unconditional regard when working with others. Is empathetic and able to accurately perceive the feelings and meanings behind what is being expressed. Strives for congruency with others through interactions that are open, spontaneous, and genuine. Demonstrates awareness of own biases and recognizes the ways in which they are different from others. Continually develops the ability to share those differences in a non-judgmental way. Adjusts own style to effectively communicate across cultural boundaries. Has a working knowledge of norms and expectations as it applies to communicating with others during the course of their work. Attempts to initiate positive contact with people different from themselves.
Building Relationships - Understands relationship-based cultures and builds diverse relationships to achieve innovative/creative approaches to work. Techniques include outreach, creating strategic alliances, community building, networking, partnering, team building, giving and receiving feedback, and bridging differences with effective communication.
Resourcefulness – Thinks strategically and makes good decisions under pressure. Sets up complex work systems and engages in flexible problem-solving behavior. Works effectively with senior and executive management in dealing with the complexities of the management job. Breaks out of the conventional view and does not assume that the organization will do something the same way, because "it's always done it that way." This is done through an attitude of continuous quality improvement, looking at evidenced based, best/proven, and promising practices, and thoughtful experimentation with new approaches.
Change Agent - Effectively manages and leads changing issues, processes, systems, and workforce. Skills include knowledge of change and change processes, long-range planning, awareness of internal and external causes of change, and ability to deal with both task and people issues related to change (e.g. emotional support, crisis management, transitions, conflict resolution, facilitation, selling change to the skeptic, etc.).
Communication:
Inspires others to invest resources in establishing and maintaining best practices in DCJ and throughout the public safety continuum of services.
Ensures the flow of information within DCJ and to our community partners.
Creates an atmosphere of trust, openness, and inclusiveness.
Individual Characteristics:
Fosters high standards of ethics and integrity.
Treats others in a fair and ethical manner.
Expert listener, communicator, and facilitator.
Deals effectively with pressure.
Maintains focus and intensity and remains optimistic and persistent.
Inspires others to succeed.
Demonstrates corporate responsibility and commitment to public service.
*Please note: We are planning to hold the virtual assessments on 2/4/25 and hiring interviews on 2/10/25.
Workforce Equity: At Multnomah County, we are committed to maintaining an effective, respectful and inclusive workplace. We value collaborative problem solving and strive for continuous improvement. We strongly believe in workforce equity, diversity and inclusion. Visit our Workforce Equity Strategies Plan (WESP) to see where Multnomah County is headed with these values.
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY JUSTICE:
Vision ~ Community Safety through Positive Change
The Department of Community Justice (DCJ) is recognized as a national leader in both adult and juvenile community justice. DCJ routinely consults and makes use of evidence-based practices in our program and policy development. The Department's commitment to data-informed decision-making has led DCJ to make smart investments of taxpayer dollars in supervision, sanctions, and services for the county's highest risk and highest need justice-involved individuals. DCJ makes long-term investments in its employees through the provision of education and training. The Department believes that in order to enhance public safety we must work collaboratively with the judiciary, law enforcement, schools, treatment agencies, and the community.
The Department shares information with community members, partners, and staff to keep communities safe by preventing and reducing crime and routinely evaluating which local policies support best practices. DCJ operates 24 hours a day, with nearly 650 regular, on-call, and temporary employees. The Department supervises justice-involved individuals and those defendants requiring pretrial services. DCJ's Juvenile Services Division operates the Donald E. Long Juvenile Detention Facility and is responsible for youth on formal and informal community supervision.
More general information about the Department of Community Justice including our mission, vision, and strategies can be found at: www.multco.us/dcj .
The Department of Community Justice's Strategic Plan (Executive Summary and Full report) can be found at: https://multco.us/file/68223/download .
Serving the Public, Even During Disasters
Every day, Multnomah County staff work together to serve as a safety net for our communities. During a disaster, this safety net becomes even more critical. All County employees have a role in serving the public during inclement weather, natural disaster, or other types of community emergency response. During these emergency responses, while typically there begins with a call for volunteers, county employees may ultimately be reassigned from their current position to a role in the emergency response in order to support the critical needs presented by our communities. For more information, please visit the Disaster Service Worker Information page.
Come Find Your Why? (video)
TO QUALIFY
We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific about how your background is relevant. For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page.
Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills*:
Bachelor's degree, or equivalent work experience; AND
6 years of relevant experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position (equivalency of 10 years of qualifying training and/or experience)
Must pass a thorough background investigation which includes, but is not limited to a review of applicant’s criminal, civil, driving, military, educational and employment history prior to employment.
Preferred Qualifications/Transferable Skills*: You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills to qualify. However, keep in mind we may consider some or all of the following when identifying the most qualified candidates. Please clearly explain on your application how you meet any of the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills.
Senior-level experience leading management teams in a juvenile justice setting.
5 years or more in a senior leadership role.
Expert knowledge of proven/best practices for juvenile justice and demonstrated experience implementing reforms in a juvenile justice setting.
Expert knowledge of strategies for promoting race equity in a juvenile justice setting.
Proven success collaborating with stakeholders, system partners, and justice-involved youth and their families.
Experience creating a vision, developing strategic plans, and implementing process and/or culture changes.
Experience integrating diversity, equity and inclusion principles into work processes and practices.
Significant fiscal responsibility in a complex organization managing budgets, which include multiple sources of funds.
*Transferable skills: Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education, work experience (including the military) or life experience that are relevant for this position. Be sure to describe any transferable skills on your application and clearly explain how they apply to this position.
SCREENING AND EVALUATION
The Application Packet (please provide all the materials below):
Application: A completed online application.
Resume: An uploaded resume covering relevant experience and education. Please include the following for each employer: name of employer, location, dates of employment, your title, and a summary of your responsibilities and if applicable, the number of employees under your supervision.
Cover Letter: An uploaded cover letter that addresses why you are interested in this opportunity and provides specific examples to demonstrate how your experience and skills align with the descriptions in the “Overview” section of this job posting, and how you meet the minimum and preferred qualifications of this position. Please limit your cover letter to one (1) page.
The Selection Process: For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page . We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows:
Initial review of minimum qualifications
Preferred qualification review (if needed depending on size of applicant pool)
Screening Interviews
Hiring Interviews
Additional meetings and/or presentations (if needed)
Consideration of top candidates
Background, reference, education checks, fingerprinting
Equal Pay: Please be advised that the pay range listed for this position is intended to provide general guidance on the earning potential for the role. However, actual compensation will be determined in accordance with the Oregon Equal Pay Law and will consider factors such as the candidate's relevant experience and education. Candidates should expect that initial offers will be made within the listed pay range and may not be at or near the top of the range.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Type of Position: This salaried management, non-represented limited duration position is not eligible for overtime
Duration: This is a Limited Duration position, up to 2 years.
FLSA: Exempt
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 40 hours per week
Location: Juvenile Justice Complex . This position's telework designation is ad-hoc, and is not eligible for hybrid or routine telework subject to the Multnomah County Telework Policy and based on the Department’s business needs.
Multnomah County offers a comprehensive benefit package to all eligible employees. A few highlights include:
Health insurance (medical, dental, vision, Moda or Kaiser Permanente).
Qualify for a defined benefit pension after five years of vesting; we pick up the employee's share of the retirement contribution (6% of subject wages).
Generous paid leave (vacation, sick, parental, bereavement, military, etc.)
Life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance
Optional deferred compensation and flexible spending accounts
Robust EAP and wellness programs , including gym discounts and wellness education classes
Access to a free annual TriMet HOP pass
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). To learn more about PSLF please visit Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) .
Legal Aid Services of Oregon (LASO), is seeking a full-time Bilingual (Spanish) Administrative Legal Assistant for its office in Pendleton. This position is eligible for a partial remote work option but will require regular in-person work at our office in Pendleton. Background LASO is a statewide non-profit organization that represents low-income clients in civil cases. LASO’s offices serve the general low-income population throughout the state and two specialized statewide programs provide additional services related to farmworker and Native American issues. LASO is an effective, high-quality legal services program. We are committed to advocacy and litigation strategies having the broadest possible beneficial impact on problems common in our client’s communities. LASO is actively working to build an inclusive organizational culture that centers on racial equity. We are committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a welcoming and culturally responsive environment for our staff and clients. Pendleton is ideally situated near national forests, natural wilderness areas and scenic waterways that offer many opportunities for outside recreational activities, with some of the most beautiful scenery in the Pacific Northwest. An historic city that retains echoes of the old west, Pendleton is in sunny northeastern Oregon, about 3 1/2 hours’ drive from Portland and Boise, 250 miles from Seattle, and 45 miles from Walla Walla, Washington. Responsibilities Varied duties include significant interaction with clients and potential clients. The position is responsible for greeting clients, screening people for eligibility, performing intakes to qualify people for services, handling busy phone lines, light accounting, and administrative support. The administrative legal assistant also provides varied support to the attorneys, provides information to clients under the direction and training of a lawyer, and gives general information or referrals to other resources when we are not able to provide services. Qualifications Prior experience in a law office is not required. The position requires excellent people skills, ability to work effectively with trauma survivors, phone, computer, and word processing skills. We're looking for an organized and efficient person with a cheerful ability to deal with complex office procedures and a high volume of clients who may be in crisis and who are usually facing difficult problems. Bilingual Spanish skills are required. Salary/Benefits Compensation is based on a 35-hour work week. Salary range is $45,200 – 50,700 for 0-5 years’ experience; $51,800 – 56,200 for 6-10 years’ experience and $57,300 - $67,200 for 11-20 years’ experience annually; salaries are determined by relevant work experience and our Collective Bargaining Agreement. Additional compensation of $4,300 to $5,700 is available annually for bilingual ability, depending on proficiency. Full benefits package including individual and family health, vision, and dental insurance coverage; 6% employer retirement contribution; generous paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave; and paid moving expenses. Closing Date This is a repost. Position open until filled. Review of applications to begin on January 21, 2025. Applications Send resume and letter of interest to: Joe MacNeille pendletonjobs@lasoregon.org Supplemental question As a part of your letter of interest, please address the following: LASO Pendleton is committed to building a culturally diverse workplace centered on equity and providing an inclusive, welcoming, and culturally responsive environment for our staff and clients. How have your personal background and experiences, professional or otherwise, prepared you to contribute to our commitment to cultural responsiveness and diversity? If you require reasonable accommodation for a disability during the application/hiring process, please contact Meghan Collins, Director of Administration, at Meghan.Collins@lasoregon.org. We celebrate diversity LASO is committed to being an organization that reflects the communities we serve and is diverse in race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, national origin, or sensory, mental and physical abilities, work background, experience and education. We believe that the outcome of such diversity is our greatest strength and a matter of basic human fairness. It is to this end that we strongly encourage applications from people of color and people from any other underrepresented and historically marginalized group to apply for this position.
Jan 14, 2025
Full time
Legal Aid Services of Oregon (LASO), is seeking a full-time Bilingual (Spanish) Administrative Legal Assistant for its office in Pendleton. This position is eligible for a partial remote work option but will require regular in-person work at our office in Pendleton. Background LASO is a statewide non-profit organization that represents low-income clients in civil cases. LASO’s offices serve the general low-income population throughout the state and two specialized statewide programs provide additional services related to farmworker and Native American issues. LASO is an effective, high-quality legal services program. We are committed to advocacy and litigation strategies having the broadest possible beneficial impact on problems common in our client’s communities. LASO is actively working to build an inclusive organizational culture that centers on racial equity. We are committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a welcoming and culturally responsive environment for our staff and clients. Pendleton is ideally situated near national forests, natural wilderness areas and scenic waterways that offer many opportunities for outside recreational activities, with some of the most beautiful scenery in the Pacific Northwest. An historic city that retains echoes of the old west, Pendleton is in sunny northeastern Oregon, about 3 1/2 hours’ drive from Portland and Boise, 250 miles from Seattle, and 45 miles from Walla Walla, Washington. Responsibilities Varied duties include significant interaction with clients and potential clients. The position is responsible for greeting clients, screening people for eligibility, performing intakes to qualify people for services, handling busy phone lines, light accounting, and administrative support. The administrative legal assistant also provides varied support to the attorneys, provides information to clients under the direction and training of a lawyer, and gives general information or referrals to other resources when we are not able to provide services. Qualifications Prior experience in a law office is not required. The position requires excellent people skills, ability to work effectively with trauma survivors, phone, computer, and word processing skills. We're looking for an organized and efficient person with a cheerful ability to deal with complex office procedures and a high volume of clients who may be in crisis and who are usually facing difficult problems. Bilingual Spanish skills are required. Salary/Benefits Compensation is based on a 35-hour work week. Salary range is $45,200 – 50,700 for 0-5 years’ experience; $51,800 – 56,200 for 6-10 years’ experience and $57,300 - $67,200 for 11-20 years’ experience annually; salaries are determined by relevant work experience and our Collective Bargaining Agreement. Additional compensation of $4,300 to $5,700 is available annually for bilingual ability, depending on proficiency. Full benefits package including individual and family health, vision, and dental insurance coverage; 6% employer retirement contribution; generous paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave; and paid moving expenses. Closing Date This is a repost. Position open until filled. Review of applications to begin on January 21, 2025. Applications Send resume and letter of interest to: Joe MacNeille pendletonjobs@lasoregon.org Supplemental question As a part of your letter of interest, please address the following: LASO Pendleton is committed to building a culturally diverse workplace centered on equity and providing an inclusive, welcoming, and culturally responsive environment for our staff and clients. How have your personal background and experiences, professional or otherwise, prepared you to contribute to our commitment to cultural responsiveness and diversity? If you require reasonable accommodation for a disability during the application/hiring process, please contact Meghan Collins, Director of Administration, at Meghan.Collins@lasoregon.org. We celebrate diversity LASO is committed to being an organization that reflects the communities we serve and is diverse in race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, national origin, or sensory, mental and physical abilities, work background, experience and education. We believe that the outcome of such diversity is our greatest strength and a matter of basic human fairness. It is to this end that we strongly encourage applications from people of color and people from any other underrepresented and historically marginalized group to apply for this position.
Illinois Department of Human Services
69 W Washington St Chicago, IL 60602-3134
Location: Chicago, IL, US, 60602
Job Requisition ID: 43677
Opening Date: 01/06/2025
Closing Date/Time: 01/27/2025
Agency: Department of Human Services
Class Title: PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR - 37015
Skill Option: Special License - Illinois Law License
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Salary: $8,700 - $9,500 per month ($104,400 - $114,000 per year)
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Cook
Number of Vacancies: 2
Work Hours: Mon - Fri, 8:30am - 5:00pm; 1-hour unpaid lunch; Flex Schedule Available
Work Location: 69 W Washington St Chicago, IL 60602-3134
Office of General Counsel
HIPAA, FOIA, DDD and DRS
****************A RESUME IS REQUIRED FOR THIS JOB POSTING****************
Why Work for Illinois?
Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.
No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.
Position Overview
Under the direction of the Deputy General Counsel for HIPAA, Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), DDD and DRS, serves as Associate General Counsel providing legal services, legal advice, research, writing, and analysis for the Department of Human Services. Serves as a Freedom of Information Officer for the Department, reviewing assigned FOIA requests for legal validity and scope of request.
Essential Functions
Serves as Associate General Counsel and a Freedom of Information Officer for the Department under the direction of the Deputy General Counsel.
Coordinates responses to FOIA requests, working with the various Divisions and Offices of the Department and supporting paralegal.
Drafts responses to FOIA appeals submitted to the Attorney General’s Office of Public Access Counselor.
Consults with legal and program staff to identify and/or resolve legal concerns regarding proposed legislation; provides comments on legislation affecting FOIA and all other statutes related to confidentiality, access to public records, and record retention.
Performs other duties as assigned or required which are reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated above.
Minimum Qualifications
Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years college, preferably with courses in business law or legal studies.
Requires possession of a license to practice law in Illinois.
Requires three (3) years administrative experience in the practice of law.
Preferred Qualifications
Three (3) years of professional experience meeting deadlines with strong attention to detail and the ability to use critical thinking skills while multi-tasking multiple projects.
Three (3) years of professional experience interpreting freedom of information, privacy, and confidentiality law.
Three (3) years of professional experience applying redactions using redaction software (e.g., Adobe Acrobat).
Three (3) years of professional experience with document review, including electronic correspondence, investigation reports, and other sensitive records.
Three (3) years of professional experience writing reports, ensuring detailed and critical analysis of work performed.
Two (2) years of professional experience with reviewing proposed changes to statutes and administrative rules.
About the Agency
The Illinois Department of Human Services serves families in need across Illinois. Our mission is providing equitable access to social services, supports, programs and resources to enhance the lives of all who we serve. We are committed to the core values of Human Dignity, Equity, Community, Urgency, Transparency and Kindness.
As a State of Illinois Employee, you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following:
A Pension Program
Competitive Group Insurance Benefits including Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance
3 Paid Personal Business Days annually
12 Paid Sick Days annually (Sick days carry over from year to year)
10-25 Days of Paid Vacation time annually - (10 days in year one of employment)
* Personal, Sick, & Vacation rates modified for 12-hour & part-time work schedules (as applicable)
13 Paid Holidays annually, 14 on even numbered years
Flexible Work Schedules (when available dependent upon position)
12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave
Deferred Compensation Program - A supplemental retirement plan
Optional Pre-Tax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP), Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP)
GI Bill® Training/Apprenticeship Benefits eligibility for qualifying Veterans
5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions
Commuter Savings Program (Chicago only)
For more information about our benefits please follow this link: https://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx
Jan 07, 2025
Full time
Location: Chicago, IL, US, 60602
Job Requisition ID: 43677
Opening Date: 01/06/2025
Closing Date/Time: 01/27/2025
Agency: Department of Human Services
Class Title: PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR - 37015
Skill Option: Special License - Illinois Law License
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Salary: $8,700 - $9,500 per month ($104,400 - $114,000 per year)
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Cook
Number of Vacancies: 2
Work Hours: Mon - Fri, 8:30am - 5:00pm; 1-hour unpaid lunch; Flex Schedule Available
Work Location: 69 W Washington St Chicago, IL 60602-3134
Office of General Counsel
HIPAA, FOIA, DDD and DRS
****************A RESUME IS REQUIRED FOR THIS JOB POSTING****************
Why Work for Illinois?
Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.
No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.
Position Overview
Under the direction of the Deputy General Counsel for HIPAA, Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), DDD and DRS, serves as Associate General Counsel providing legal services, legal advice, research, writing, and analysis for the Department of Human Services. Serves as a Freedom of Information Officer for the Department, reviewing assigned FOIA requests for legal validity and scope of request.
Essential Functions
Serves as Associate General Counsel and a Freedom of Information Officer for the Department under the direction of the Deputy General Counsel.
Coordinates responses to FOIA requests, working with the various Divisions and Offices of the Department and supporting paralegal.
Drafts responses to FOIA appeals submitted to the Attorney General’s Office of Public Access Counselor.
Consults with legal and program staff to identify and/or resolve legal concerns regarding proposed legislation; provides comments on legislation affecting FOIA and all other statutes related to confidentiality, access to public records, and record retention.
Performs other duties as assigned or required which are reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated above.
Minimum Qualifications
Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years college, preferably with courses in business law or legal studies.
Requires possession of a license to practice law in Illinois.
Requires three (3) years administrative experience in the practice of law.
Preferred Qualifications
Three (3) years of professional experience meeting deadlines with strong attention to detail and the ability to use critical thinking skills while multi-tasking multiple projects.
Three (3) years of professional experience interpreting freedom of information, privacy, and confidentiality law.
Three (3) years of professional experience applying redactions using redaction software (e.g., Adobe Acrobat).
Three (3) years of professional experience with document review, including electronic correspondence, investigation reports, and other sensitive records.
Three (3) years of professional experience writing reports, ensuring detailed and critical analysis of work performed.
Two (2) years of professional experience with reviewing proposed changes to statutes and administrative rules.
About the Agency
The Illinois Department of Human Services serves families in need across Illinois. Our mission is providing equitable access to social services, supports, programs and resources to enhance the lives of all who we serve. We are committed to the core values of Human Dignity, Equity, Community, Urgency, Transparency and Kindness.
As a State of Illinois Employee, you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following:
A Pension Program
Competitive Group Insurance Benefits including Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance
3 Paid Personal Business Days annually
12 Paid Sick Days annually (Sick days carry over from year to year)
10-25 Days of Paid Vacation time annually - (10 days in year one of employment)
* Personal, Sick, & Vacation rates modified for 12-hour & part-time work schedules (as applicable)
13 Paid Holidays annually, 14 on even numbered years
Flexible Work Schedules (when available dependent upon position)
12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave
Deferred Compensation Program - A supplemental retirement plan
Optional Pre-Tax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP), Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP)
GI Bill® Training/Apprenticeship Benefits eligibility for qualifying Veterans
5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions
Commuter Savings Program (Chicago only)
For more information about our benefits please follow this link: https://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx
Katten is a full-service law firm with approximately 700 attorneys in locations across the United States and in London and Shanghai. Clients seeking sophisticated, high-value legal services turn to Katten for counsel locally, nationally and internationally. The firm’s core areas of practice include corporate, financial markets and funds, insolvency and restructuring, intellectual property, litigation, real estate, structured finance and securitization, transactional tax planning, private credit and private wealth. Katten represents public and private companies in numerous industries, as well as a number of government and nonprofit organizations and individuals.
Legal Recruiting Assistant
Under the general direction of the Firmwide Legal Recruiting Manager, and according to established firm policies and procedures, the Legal Recruiting Assistant will work closely with the Legal Recruiting Manager and the Firmwide Legal Recruiting Manager on implementing administrative support for non-partner attorney recruiting initiatives for the Dallas and Los Angeles offices, as well as firmwide. The Legal Recruiting Assistant maintains professionalism and strict confidentiality in all client and firm matters.
Katten offers a hybrid work model, allowing the flexibility to work both on-site and remotely on a regular basis (KattenFlex).
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include, but may not be limited to, the following. Other duties may be requested and/or assigned. Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of the position. Essential functions are primary job duties that an individual must be able to perform successfully with or without a reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Assist with all aspects of the 1L and 2L interview process firmwide, including, but not limited to interview scheduling and logistics, maintaining records and sorting through candidates in viRecruit, and preparing for on-campus interview programs.
Assist with law student outreach for the Dallas and Los Angeles offices, including, but not limited to assembling firm materials for campus recruiting initiatives, utilizing Flo Recruit, and assisting with all local Los Angeles recruitment events. Assistance may extend firmwide, as needed.
Assist with recruiting and hiring lateral non-partner attorneys for the Dallas and Los Angeles offices including coordinating lateral attorney interviews, recording candidate submissions, and maintaining candidate records in viRecruit, ensuring interview evaluations are completed, and maintaining search firm agreements. Assistance may extend to firmwide recruiting, as needed.
Process invoices and reimbursements firmwide for expenses related to Legal Recruiting.
Assist with planning and execution of the Dallas and Los Angeles summer associate program, including, but not limited to, attending all Los Angeles summer associate social events, preparing for summer associate reviews, and coordinating conference space for programs. Aid in the implementation of firm-wide summer associate program initiatives.
Assist with on-boarding activities that the Legal Recruiting team oversees for summer associates, first-year associates and lateral associates. Initiate background and conflicts checks for summer associates, first-year associates, and lateral associates.
Assist with Legal Recruiting Department initiatives and tasks including the preparation of the NALP Legal Employer Directory form and other recruiting related survey responses.
Perform special projects for the Firmwide Legal Recruiting Manager as needed.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Bachelor’s degree is required. One or more years of attorney recruiting experience, in a large law firm or professional services environment is highly preferred, but not required.
Must be willing to work occasional overtime, especially during peak recruitment season, which includes attending all evening summer associate program events in Los Angeles and occasionally attending campus recruiting events.
Computer proficiency in Outlook, Microsoft Word and Excel for formatting graphs, charts and other visual methods of presenting information. Knowledge of viDesktop/viRecruit is preferred.
Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills. Ability to communicate with courtesy and diplomacy, efficiently follow written and verbal instructions, provide information, and maintain effective relationships with a diverse group of attorneys, candidates, clients, professional staff, and outside contacts.
Exceptional organizational, planning, and project management skills including record keeping, data collection, and system information. Ability to compile and analyze data and furnish concise, detailed information in report format, written correspondence, e mail, or verbally.
Exhibit high degree of initiative in managing multiple priorities simultaneously in a fast-paced, deadline-driven, detail-oriented work environment. Ability to work with frequent interruptions and adapt to changes in workflow.
Dependable team player with creativity and vision who works collaboratively and cooperatively with others in a team-oriented environment. Ability to act independently within scope of the position’s responsibilities.
When required, ability and availability to travel in connection with on-campus recruiting and law school outreach.
Required to work towards deadlines; must be able to work more than 37.5 hours per week as needed.
The annualized salary range for this position is $38,700 to $62,000. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law.
Katten will consider for employment qualified Applicants with Criminal Histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of Article 9 to Chapter XVIII of the Los Angeles Municipal Code.
We offer an outstanding benefit package which includes: medical/dental/vision, 401k with employer contribution, parental leave, transportation fringe benefit program, back-up care option, generous paid time off policy, and long-term and short-term disability policies.
Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer/AA-M/F/SO/Disability/Veteran.
Jan 06, 2025
Full time
Katten is a full-service law firm with approximately 700 attorneys in locations across the United States and in London and Shanghai. Clients seeking sophisticated, high-value legal services turn to Katten for counsel locally, nationally and internationally. The firm’s core areas of practice include corporate, financial markets and funds, insolvency and restructuring, intellectual property, litigation, real estate, structured finance and securitization, transactional tax planning, private credit and private wealth. Katten represents public and private companies in numerous industries, as well as a number of government and nonprofit organizations and individuals.
Legal Recruiting Assistant
Under the general direction of the Firmwide Legal Recruiting Manager, and according to established firm policies and procedures, the Legal Recruiting Assistant will work closely with the Legal Recruiting Manager and the Firmwide Legal Recruiting Manager on implementing administrative support for non-partner attorney recruiting initiatives for the Dallas and Los Angeles offices, as well as firmwide. The Legal Recruiting Assistant maintains professionalism and strict confidentiality in all client and firm matters.
Katten offers a hybrid work model, allowing the flexibility to work both on-site and remotely on a regular basis (KattenFlex).
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include, but may not be limited to, the following. Other duties may be requested and/or assigned. Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of the position. Essential functions are primary job duties that an individual must be able to perform successfully with or without a reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Assist with all aspects of the 1L and 2L interview process firmwide, including, but not limited to interview scheduling and logistics, maintaining records and sorting through candidates in viRecruit, and preparing for on-campus interview programs.
Assist with law student outreach for the Dallas and Los Angeles offices, including, but not limited to assembling firm materials for campus recruiting initiatives, utilizing Flo Recruit, and assisting with all local Los Angeles recruitment events. Assistance may extend firmwide, as needed.
Assist with recruiting and hiring lateral non-partner attorneys for the Dallas and Los Angeles offices including coordinating lateral attorney interviews, recording candidate submissions, and maintaining candidate records in viRecruit, ensuring interview evaluations are completed, and maintaining search firm agreements. Assistance may extend to firmwide recruiting, as needed.
Process invoices and reimbursements firmwide for expenses related to Legal Recruiting.
Assist with planning and execution of the Dallas and Los Angeles summer associate program, including, but not limited to, attending all Los Angeles summer associate social events, preparing for summer associate reviews, and coordinating conference space for programs. Aid in the implementation of firm-wide summer associate program initiatives.
Assist with on-boarding activities that the Legal Recruiting team oversees for summer associates, first-year associates and lateral associates. Initiate background and conflicts checks for summer associates, first-year associates, and lateral associates.
Assist with Legal Recruiting Department initiatives and tasks including the preparation of the NALP Legal Employer Directory form and other recruiting related survey responses.
Perform special projects for the Firmwide Legal Recruiting Manager as needed.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Bachelor’s degree is required. One or more years of attorney recruiting experience, in a large law firm or professional services environment is highly preferred, but not required.
Must be willing to work occasional overtime, especially during peak recruitment season, which includes attending all evening summer associate program events in Los Angeles and occasionally attending campus recruiting events.
Computer proficiency in Outlook, Microsoft Word and Excel for formatting graphs, charts and other visual methods of presenting information. Knowledge of viDesktop/viRecruit is preferred.
Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills. Ability to communicate with courtesy and diplomacy, efficiently follow written and verbal instructions, provide information, and maintain effective relationships with a diverse group of attorneys, candidates, clients, professional staff, and outside contacts.
Exceptional organizational, planning, and project management skills including record keeping, data collection, and system information. Ability to compile and analyze data and furnish concise, detailed information in report format, written correspondence, e mail, or verbally.
Exhibit high degree of initiative in managing multiple priorities simultaneously in a fast-paced, deadline-driven, detail-oriented work environment. Ability to work with frequent interruptions and adapt to changes in workflow.
Dependable team player with creativity and vision who works collaboratively and cooperatively with others in a team-oriented environment. Ability to act independently within scope of the position’s responsibilities.
When required, ability and availability to travel in connection with on-campus recruiting and law school outreach.
Required to work towards deadlines; must be able to work more than 37.5 hours per week as needed.
The annualized salary range for this position is $38,700 to $62,000. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law.
Katten will consider for employment qualified Applicants with Criminal Histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of Article 9 to Chapter XVIII of the Los Angeles Municipal Code.
We offer an outstanding benefit package which includes: medical/dental/vision, 401k with employer contribution, parental leave, transportation fringe benefit program, back-up care option, generous paid time off policy, and long-term and short-term disability policies.
Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer/AA-M/F/SO/Disability/Veteran.
APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED ON THIS PLATFORM WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. YOU MUST APPLY ON CLARK COUNTY'S WEBSITE TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THE POSITION.
For Complete Job Announcement, Application Requirements, and to apply on-line (applications on external sites are not monitored), please visit our website at:
https://www.clark.wa.gov/human-resources/explore-careers-clark-county
Job Summary
Clark County Public Works is currently seeking a Civil Engineer to join its Engineering & Design Section, one of a handful of groups that make up its Engineering & Construction Division.
Qualifications
Qualifications:
Engineer III:
• B.S. degree in Civil or related Engineering and two (2) years of experience in an Engineer II or equivalent position and registration as a professional civil or structural engineer; AND
• Possess or be able to obtain a valid driver’s license by date of appointment.
Engineer II:
• B.S. degree in Civil or related Engineering and two (2) years’ experience in an Engineering I classification or equivalent.; OR
• High School diploma or G.E.D. and four (4) years relative engineering work experience to include a minimum of two (2) years’ experience in an Engineering I classification or equivalent and possession of an E.I.T. certification.
Knowledge of: Principles and practices of civil engineering and of the physical sciences (hydraulics, mechanics, etc.) involved; modern and efficient engineering methods and techniques in the design, construction and maintenance of facilities relative to one or more areas of Public Works engineering (e.g. Transportation, Design, Utility, Construction, etc.); project management, including planning, scheduling, monitoring, and problem solving; Knowledge of the application and interpretation of County regulatory codes, state regulatory and legislative requirements, court decisions and Attorney Generals opinions concerning the wide variety of engineering functions; departmental policies and procedures, work standards and codes applicable to the job.
Ability to: Establish and maintain effective working relationships with engineering and survey staff, contractors, and the public; adopt approved engineering methods and standards to the planning, design and construction of a variety of public works projects; read and interpret complex plans and specifications and to become familiar with engineering standards; perform highly technical research work and to give reliable advice on difficult engineering problems; prepare, draft, interpret and utilize complex engineering plans, maps, specifications and reports, and to maintain orderly, accurate engineering records; perform complex and difficult engineering computations in designing major engineering projects; inspect and provide direction to technicians inspecting the work of contractors on complex engineering projects and to obtain adherence to plans and specifications; coordinate and effectively manage resources dedicated to a number of on‑going projects; communicate and express ideas effectively, orally and
Skill in: The use and care of instruments and equipment employed in the area of specialization.
Selection Process:
Resume and other documents must be attached together in the 'Resume Upload' section of the application. Multiple files are allowed, but all applicant attachments must be uploaded simultaneously, as there is no way to edit or append uploaded materials after submitting the application.
Application Review (Pass/ Fail) - An online application is required. Attaching a resume does not substitute for a completed application; incomplete applications will not pass the application review. Candidates deemed most qualified will be invited to participate in the remainder of the selection process.
Practical Exam (Pass/Fail) - This recruitment may require a practical exam which will be job related and may include, but not limited to, the qualifications outlined in the job announcement. Candidates deemed most qualified will be invited to participate in the remainder of the selection process.
Oral Interview - The interview will be job related and may include, not limited to, the qualifications outlined in the job announcement. Top candidate(s) will continue in the process.
Employment references will be conducted for the final candidates and may include verification of education.
It is general policy of the County that new employees should be hired at the lower steps of the applicable range and advance through the range at the normal progression.
First review of candidates will be February 4th. This recruitment may close at any time on or after the first revi
Examples of Duties
KEY OR TYPICAL TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Develops, or provides direction and coordination of the development of construction design plans and specifications for complex engineering projects involving road, bridge and drainage control structures; sewage collection and treatment facilities; water quality, traffic signal, and transportation systems. Certifies with Professional Engineer's seal and signature that engineering designs conform with accepted professional engineering standards and practices and the requirements of law.
• Prepares complex technical engineering and administrative reports and develops critical correspondence and comprehensive reports in support of engineering projects and decisions.
• Inspects proposed highway routes, bridge and other structure placements and recommends final route or placement to achieve efficient, economical design as to grade, curves, cross section, soils excavation problems, transportation, maintenance, drainage features, etc. Develops detailed final cost estimates and financing proposals for project implementation.
• Conducts in depth studies and analyses on the effectiveness of current Public Works policies/comprehensive plans, suitability of existing structural facilities, feasibility of proposed designs and design concepts, etc. Interprets results and makes recommendations regarding comprehensive plans, designs, and Public Works improvement projects.
• Utilizes the computer as an aid in analyzing and developing solutions to engineering problems.
• Prepares construction reports for matching funds and cooperative contracts with Federal, state and city governments. Reviews design plans and specifications for conformance to job requirements. Prepares, develops, and checks complex specialized contract provisions and design agreements. Conducts pre bid and pre construction conferences detailing principle construction features and agreements.
• Coordinates with other sections and departments on issues related to grant and contract administration.
• Coordinates with Planning and Permit staff in the review of development plans for sewer and storm drainage; residential and commercial street development; and profiles of short plats and sub divisions to ensure compliance with County standards and policies. With input from the divisions of Transportation, Design and Maintenance, makes recommendations regarding changes necessary for achieving compliance. Represents Public Works at public hearings on proposed developments.
• Performs inspections of construction projects. Ensures that all phases of several road projects proceed on schedule and that specifications are met by contractors, utilities and other organizations involved in projects. Reviews progress reports and authorizes payments.
• Directs investigations and develops resolutions of claims and complaints from contractors or property owners. Maintains office records of design, construction and other engineering activities, as required by County, State, and Federal regulations.
• Coordinates with the Survey Section Supervisor/County Surveyor to ensure accurate, complete, and quality field survey data is collected and that information is acquired in a cost effective, efficient manner. Directs the preparation of, and prepares, more complex property descriptions.
• Requests and monitors material quality control review, sampling and analysis; preparation of soil profiles (testing and sampling) in connection with highway location and construction design; evaluation of new materials, construction materials, new test equipment and related activities. Ensures record files relative to sampling and testing are complete and accurate.
• Prepares, and provides direction in the preparation of, resolutions and documents for developments and Local Improvement Districts. Represents Public Works at public hearings; conducts and certifies elections and petitions for the formation of a Local Improvement District as necessary. Develops right-of-way data, information pamphlets, and procedural manuals. Works with the Prosecuting Attorney in preparation of bond sales for Local Improvement District financing. Recommends alternative financing methods as may be possible.
• Develops and maintains effective relations with the public. Represents Public Works on various committees; at neighborhood organization and community meetings; public hearings; before governmental bodies and in legal processes.
• Participates in the development, implementation and review of ongoing programs and existing methods assessing job effectiveness and cost efficiencies.
• Participates in the formulation and updating of goals and objectives consistent with the mission of the Department.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
Salary Grade
Local 17 Engineers.12 - Local 17 Engineers.14
Salary Range
$39.15 - $62.50- per hour
Close Date
Open Until FilledRecruiter
Rori Jones
Email:
Rori.Jones@clark.wa.gov
Equal Opportunity Employer
Clark County is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal opportunity in employment, access, and delivery of all county services. Clark County’s Equal Employment Opportunity Plan is available at http://www.clark.wa.gov/human-resources/documents .
Employee Benefits and additional compensation
Clark County provides regular full-time and part-time employees with a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, vision and dental insurance, paid leave, flexible spending accounts, life insurance and long-term disability, retirement, and deferred compensation. Some types of employees in some positions and bargaining units might have different benefits and additional compensation. More specific benefit information for the different bargaining units can be found at https://clark.wa.gov/human-resources/employee-benefits . Also please refer to the specific bargaining unit contract for additional compensation at https://clark.wa.gov/human-resources/documents .
Retirement Information
All Clark County employees must participate in a WASHINGTON STATE RETIREMENT SYSTEM PLAN (PERS, PSERS or LEOFF).Employee contributions begin the first day of work. Current contribution rates vary by plan but could range from 5% to 15% of gross pay, depending on the plan choice.
For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site here: http://www.drs.wa.gov/
If you are in need of ADA/Section 504 assistance for accommodations, please contact Human Resources at (564) 397-2456; Relay (800) 833-6388.
APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED ON THIS PLATFORM WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. YOU MUST APPLY ON CLARK COUNTY'S WEBSITE TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THE POSITION.
For Complete Job Announcement, Application Requirements, and to apply on-line (applications on external sites are not monitored), please visit our website at:
https://www.clark.wa.gov/human-resources/explore-careers-clark-county
Jan 06, 2025
Full time
APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED ON THIS PLATFORM WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. YOU MUST APPLY ON CLARK COUNTY'S WEBSITE TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THE POSITION.
For Complete Job Announcement, Application Requirements, and to apply on-line (applications on external sites are not monitored), please visit our website at:
https://www.clark.wa.gov/human-resources/explore-careers-clark-county
Job Summary
Clark County Public Works is currently seeking a Civil Engineer to join its Engineering & Design Section, one of a handful of groups that make up its Engineering & Construction Division.
Qualifications
Qualifications:
Engineer III:
• B.S. degree in Civil or related Engineering and two (2) years of experience in an Engineer II or equivalent position and registration as a professional civil or structural engineer; AND
• Possess or be able to obtain a valid driver’s license by date of appointment.
Engineer II:
• B.S. degree in Civil or related Engineering and two (2) years’ experience in an Engineering I classification or equivalent.; OR
• High School diploma or G.E.D. and four (4) years relative engineering work experience to include a minimum of two (2) years’ experience in an Engineering I classification or equivalent and possession of an E.I.T. certification.
Knowledge of: Principles and practices of civil engineering and of the physical sciences (hydraulics, mechanics, etc.) involved; modern and efficient engineering methods and techniques in the design, construction and maintenance of facilities relative to one or more areas of Public Works engineering (e.g. Transportation, Design, Utility, Construction, etc.); project management, including planning, scheduling, monitoring, and problem solving; Knowledge of the application and interpretation of County regulatory codes, state regulatory and legislative requirements, court decisions and Attorney Generals opinions concerning the wide variety of engineering functions; departmental policies and procedures, work standards and codes applicable to the job.
Ability to: Establish and maintain effective working relationships with engineering and survey staff, contractors, and the public; adopt approved engineering methods and standards to the planning, design and construction of a variety of public works projects; read and interpret complex plans and specifications and to become familiar with engineering standards; perform highly technical research work and to give reliable advice on difficult engineering problems; prepare, draft, interpret and utilize complex engineering plans, maps, specifications and reports, and to maintain orderly, accurate engineering records; perform complex and difficult engineering computations in designing major engineering projects; inspect and provide direction to technicians inspecting the work of contractors on complex engineering projects and to obtain adherence to plans and specifications; coordinate and effectively manage resources dedicated to a number of on‑going projects; communicate and express ideas effectively, orally and
Skill in: The use and care of instruments and equipment employed in the area of specialization.
Selection Process:
Resume and other documents must be attached together in the 'Resume Upload' section of the application. Multiple files are allowed, but all applicant attachments must be uploaded simultaneously, as there is no way to edit or append uploaded materials after submitting the application.
Application Review (Pass/ Fail) - An online application is required. Attaching a resume does not substitute for a completed application; incomplete applications will not pass the application review. Candidates deemed most qualified will be invited to participate in the remainder of the selection process.
Practical Exam (Pass/Fail) - This recruitment may require a practical exam which will be job related and may include, but not limited to, the qualifications outlined in the job announcement. Candidates deemed most qualified will be invited to participate in the remainder of the selection process.
Oral Interview - The interview will be job related and may include, not limited to, the qualifications outlined in the job announcement. Top candidate(s) will continue in the process.
Employment references will be conducted for the final candidates and may include verification of education.
It is general policy of the County that new employees should be hired at the lower steps of the applicable range and advance through the range at the normal progression.
First review of candidates will be February 4th. This recruitment may close at any time on or after the first revi
Examples of Duties
KEY OR TYPICAL TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Develops, or provides direction and coordination of the development of construction design plans and specifications for complex engineering projects involving road, bridge and drainage control structures; sewage collection and treatment facilities; water quality, traffic signal, and transportation systems. Certifies with Professional Engineer's seal and signature that engineering designs conform with accepted professional engineering standards and practices and the requirements of law.
• Prepares complex technical engineering and administrative reports and develops critical correspondence and comprehensive reports in support of engineering projects and decisions.
• Inspects proposed highway routes, bridge and other structure placements and recommends final route or placement to achieve efficient, economical design as to grade, curves, cross section, soils excavation problems, transportation, maintenance, drainage features, etc. Develops detailed final cost estimates and financing proposals for project implementation.
• Conducts in depth studies and analyses on the effectiveness of current Public Works policies/comprehensive plans, suitability of existing structural facilities, feasibility of proposed designs and design concepts, etc. Interprets results and makes recommendations regarding comprehensive plans, designs, and Public Works improvement projects.
• Utilizes the computer as an aid in analyzing and developing solutions to engineering problems.
• Prepares construction reports for matching funds and cooperative contracts with Federal, state and city governments. Reviews design plans and specifications for conformance to job requirements. Prepares, develops, and checks complex specialized contract provisions and design agreements. Conducts pre bid and pre construction conferences detailing principle construction features and agreements.
• Coordinates with other sections and departments on issues related to grant and contract administration.
• Coordinates with Planning and Permit staff in the review of development plans for sewer and storm drainage; residential and commercial street development; and profiles of short plats and sub divisions to ensure compliance with County standards and policies. With input from the divisions of Transportation, Design and Maintenance, makes recommendations regarding changes necessary for achieving compliance. Represents Public Works at public hearings on proposed developments.
• Performs inspections of construction projects. Ensures that all phases of several road projects proceed on schedule and that specifications are met by contractors, utilities and other organizations involved in projects. Reviews progress reports and authorizes payments.
• Directs investigations and develops resolutions of claims and complaints from contractors or property owners. Maintains office records of design, construction and other engineering activities, as required by County, State, and Federal regulations.
• Coordinates with the Survey Section Supervisor/County Surveyor to ensure accurate, complete, and quality field survey data is collected and that information is acquired in a cost effective, efficient manner. Directs the preparation of, and prepares, more complex property descriptions.
• Requests and monitors material quality control review, sampling and analysis; preparation of soil profiles (testing and sampling) in connection with highway location and construction design; evaluation of new materials, construction materials, new test equipment and related activities. Ensures record files relative to sampling and testing are complete and accurate.
• Prepares, and provides direction in the preparation of, resolutions and documents for developments and Local Improvement Districts. Represents Public Works at public hearings; conducts and certifies elections and petitions for the formation of a Local Improvement District as necessary. Develops right-of-way data, information pamphlets, and procedural manuals. Works with the Prosecuting Attorney in preparation of bond sales for Local Improvement District financing. Recommends alternative financing methods as may be possible.
• Develops and maintains effective relations with the public. Represents Public Works on various committees; at neighborhood organization and community meetings; public hearings; before governmental bodies and in legal processes.
• Participates in the development, implementation and review of ongoing programs and existing methods assessing job effectiveness and cost efficiencies.
• Participates in the formulation and updating of goals and objectives consistent with the mission of the Department.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
Salary Grade
Local 17 Engineers.12 - Local 17 Engineers.14
Salary Range
$39.15 - $62.50- per hour
Close Date
Open Until FilledRecruiter
Rori Jones
Email:
Rori.Jones@clark.wa.gov
Equal Opportunity Employer
Clark County is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal opportunity in employment, access, and delivery of all county services. Clark County’s Equal Employment Opportunity Plan is available at http://www.clark.wa.gov/human-resources/documents .
Employee Benefits and additional compensation
Clark County provides regular full-time and part-time employees with a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, vision and dental insurance, paid leave, flexible spending accounts, life insurance and long-term disability, retirement, and deferred compensation. Some types of employees in some positions and bargaining units might have different benefits and additional compensation. More specific benefit information for the different bargaining units can be found at https://clark.wa.gov/human-resources/employee-benefits . Also please refer to the specific bargaining unit contract for additional compensation at https://clark.wa.gov/human-resources/documents .
Retirement Information
All Clark County employees must participate in a WASHINGTON STATE RETIREMENT SYSTEM PLAN (PERS, PSERS or LEOFF).Employee contributions begin the first day of work. Current contribution rates vary by plan but could range from 5% to 15% of gross pay, depending on the plan choice.
For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site here: http://www.drs.wa.gov/
If you are in need of ADA/Section 504 assistance for accommodations, please contact Human Resources at (564) 397-2456; Relay (800) 833-6388.
APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED ON THIS PLATFORM WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. YOU MUST APPLY ON CLARK COUNTY'S WEBSITE TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THE POSITION.
For Complete Job Announcement, Application Requirements, and to apply on-line (applications on external sites are not monitored), please visit our website at:
https://www.clark.wa.gov/human-resources/explore-careers-clark-county
Legal Aid Services of Oregon (LASO) is seeking an employment law and consumer attorney for a full-time position in its Portland Regional Office. This position is eligible for a partial remote work option. Background LASO is a non-profit organization that represents low-income clients in civil cases. LASO’s eight regional offices serve the general low-income population throughout the state and two specialized statewide programs focused on services to farmworkers and on issues impacting Native Americans. LASO is an effective, high-quality legal services program that is committed to advocacy strategies having the broadest possible impact on client community problems. The Portland Regional Office of LASO serves a poverty population of more than 220,000. The office serves Multnomah, Clackamas, Hood River, Sherman and Wasco counties, a diverse service area requiring the ability to work effectively with individuals from different cultures and backgrounds. The Portland Office has adopted a race equity agenda to guide its work with clients as well as its internal operations. The office has a strong commitment to building an inclusive, diverse workplace. Responsibilities The staff attorney will be responsible for maintaining a varied poverty law caseload that will focus on consumer and employment law matters and other substantive areas as assigned. The attorney will handle all aspects of legal representation including client contact, pleading preparation, research, file maintenance, working with support staff, and hearing and trial work. The attorney will conduct weekly consultations and make determinations as to whether a client’s case would be considered for full representation or be provided brief service and advice. Qualifications Competitive candidates will have at least 2 years of civil or criminal litigation experience and either be current members of the Oregon State Bar or be able to gain admission through reciprocity. Proven interest in and commitment to advocacy for the legal rights of low-income and other vulnerable populations. Demonstrated enthusiasm, creativity, good judgment, initiative, and willingness to work as a team. Bilingual in English and Spanish, or another language spoken by our client population, preferred but not required. Salary/Benefits Compensation is based on a 35-hour work week. Salary range is $66,200 – 73,700 for 0-5 years’ experience; $75,200 – 81,200 for 6-10 years’ experience and $82,700 - $105,200 for 11-30 years’ experience annually; salaries are determined by relevant work experience and our Collective Bargaining Agreement. Additional $4,300 to $5,700 annually for bilingual ability, depending on proficiency. Full benefits package including individual and family health, vision, and dental insurance coverage; 6% employer retirement contribution; generous paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave; and paid moving expenses. Closing Date Open until filled. Review of resumes to begin February 3, 2025. Applications Send resume and letter of interest to: Emily Brown-Sitnick projobs@lasoregon.org Supplemental question LASO is committed to building a culturally diverse workplace centered on equity and providing an inclusive, welcoming, and culturally responsive environment for our staff and clients. How have your personal background and experiences, professional or otherwise, prepared you to contribute to our commitment to cultural responsiveness and diversity? If you require reasonable accommodation for a disability during the application/hiring process, please contact Meghan Collins, Director of Administration, at Meghan.Collins@lasoregon.org. We celebrate diversity. LASO is committed to being an organization that reflects the communities we serve and is diverse in race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, national origin, or sensory, mental and physical abilities, work background, experience and education. We believe that the outcome of such diversity is our greatest strength and a matter of basic human fairness. It is to this end that we strongly encourage applications from people of color and people from any other underrepresented and historically marginalized group to apply for this position.
Jan 03, 2025
Full time
Legal Aid Services of Oregon (LASO) is seeking an employment law and consumer attorney for a full-time position in its Portland Regional Office. This position is eligible for a partial remote work option. Background LASO is a non-profit organization that represents low-income clients in civil cases. LASO’s eight regional offices serve the general low-income population throughout the state and two specialized statewide programs focused on services to farmworkers and on issues impacting Native Americans. LASO is an effective, high-quality legal services program that is committed to advocacy strategies having the broadest possible impact on client community problems. The Portland Regional Office of LASO serves a poverty population of more than 220,000. The office serves Multnomah, Clackamas, Hood River, Sherman and Wasco counties, a diverse service area requiring the ability to work effectively with individuals from different cultures and backgrounds. The Portland Office has adopted a race equity agenda to guide its work with clients as well as its internal operations. The office has a strong commitment to building an inclusive, diverse workplace. Responsibilities The staff attorney will be responsible for maintaining a varied poverty law caseload that will focus on consumer and employment law matters and other substantive areas as assigned. The attorney will handle all aspects of legal representation including client contact, pleading preparation, research, file maintenance, working with support staff, and hearing and trial work. The attorney will conduct weekly consultations and make determinations as to whether a client’s case would be considered for full representation or be provided brief service and advice. Qualifications Competitive candidates will have at least 2 years of civil or criminal litigation experience and either be current members of the Oregon State Bar or be able to gain admission through reciprocity. Proven interest in and commitment to advocacy for the legal rights of low-income and other vulnerable populations. Demonstrated enthusiasm, creativity, good judgment, initiative, and willingness to work as a team. Bilingual in English and Spanish, or another language spoken by our client population, preferred but not required. Salary/Benefits Compensation is based on a 35-hour work week. Salary range is $66,200 – 73,700 for 0-5 years’ experience; $75,200 – 81,200 for 6-10 years’ experience and $82,700 - $105,200 for 11-30 years’ experience annually; salaries are determined by relevant work experience and our Collective Bargaining Agreement. Additional $4,300 to $5,700 annually for bilingual ability, depending on proficiency. Full benefits package including individual and family health, vision, and dental insurance coverage; 6% employer retirement contribution; generous paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave; and paid moving expenses. Closing Date Open until filled. Review of resumes to begin February 3, 2025. Applications Send resume and letter of interest to: Emily Brown-Sitnick projobs@lasoregon.org Supplemental question LASO is committed to building a culturally diverse workplace centered on equity and providing an inclusive, welcoming, and culturally responsive environment for our staff and clients. How have your personal background and experiences, professional or otherwise, prepared you to contribute to our commitment to cultural responsiveness and diversity? If you require reasonable accommodation for a disability during the application/hiring process, please contact Meghan Collins, Director of Administration, at Meghan.Collins@lasoregon.org. We celebrate diversity. LASO is committed to being an organization that reflects the communities we serve and is diverse in race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, national origin, or sensory, mental and physical abilities, work background, experience and education. We believe that the outcome of such diversity is our greatest strength and a matter of basic human fairness. It is to this end that we strongly encourage applications from people of color and people from any other underrepresented and historically marginalized group to apply for this position.
Legal Aid Services of Oregon (LASO) is seeking a full-time paralegal with a minimum of 5 years of experience. The paralegal in this position will be on a team with three attorneys to help manage multiple pro bono projects and a case catalog for direct referrals on legal issues critical to low-income communities. This position is based in LASO’s Central Office in Portland, Oregon, and is eligible for a partial remote work option. Background LASO is a non-profit organization that represents low-income clients in civil cases. LASO’s eight regional offices serve the general low-income population throughout the state and two specialized statewide programs focused on services to farmworkers and on issues impacting Native Americans. LASO is an effective, high-quality legal services program that is committed to advocacy strategies having the broadest possible impact on client community problems. LASO is actively working to build an inclusive organizational culture that centers on racial equity. LASO is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a welcoming and culturally responsive environment for our staff and clients Responsibilities As part of the pro bono team, the paralegal in this position is responsible for supporting the operations of LASO’s pro bono projects. Daily responsibilities include conducting client intake and screening, client scheduling and referrals to pro bono attorneys, data entry and electronic case file management, event coordination, communicating directly with private attorneys and community partners, and may also include some contract reporting. The person in this position will work with the LASO Regional Offices to support pro bono programs and referrals statewide. This position may include occasional travel and staffing evening legal clinics and legal events. Qualifications Proven interest in and commitment to advocacy for the legal rights of low-income and other vulnerable populations. Enthusiasm, creativity, good judgment, initiative, proficiency in legal database software, able to multi-task, strong organization and communication skills and willingness to work collaboratively. Demonstrated understanding and commitment to anti-bias principles, cultural competency and addressing systemic racism and other forms of oppression. LASO has a hiring preference for candidates who are bilingual in Spanish and/or another language. Salary/Benefits Compensation is based on a 35-hour work week. Salary range is $46.2K – 52.2K for 0-5 years’ experience; $53.4K - 58.2K for 6-10 years’ experience and $59.4K-70.2K for 11-20 years’ experience annually; salaries are determined by relevant work experience and our Collective Bargaining Agreement. Additional annual compensation of $4,300 to $5,700 is available for bilingual ability, depending on proficiency. Full benefits package including individual and family health, vision, and dental insurance coverage; 6% employer retirement contribution; generous paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave; and paid moving expenses. Closing Date Position open until filled. Review of applications to January 15, 2025. Applications Send resume and letter of interest to: Jill Mallery probonojobs@lasoregon.org Supplemental question As a part of your letter of interest, please address the following: LASO PRO is committed to building a culturally diverse workplace centered on equity and providing an inclusive, welcoming, and culturally responsive environment for our staff and clients. Please address how your personal background and experiences, professional or otherwise, have prepared you to contribute to our commitment to cultural responsiveness and diversity. If you require reasonable accommodation for a disability during the application/hiring process, please contact Meghan Collins, Director of Administration, at Meghan.Collins@lasoregon.org. We celebrate diversity LASO is committed to being an organization that reflects the communities we serve and is diverse in race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, national origin, or sensory, mental and physical abilities, work background, experience and education. We believe that the outcome of such diversity is our greatest strength and a matter of basic human fairness. It is to this end that we strongly encourage applications from people of color; people from any other underrepresented and historically marginalized group; people who have experienced economic, social, or other barriers; people who have personally experienced discrimination or oppression; or can otherwise demonstrate a commitment to advancing our diversity mission.
Dec 30, 2024
Full time
Legal Aid Services of Oregon (LASO) is seeking a full-time paralegal with a minimum of 5 years of experience. The paralegal in this position will be on a team with three attorneys to help manage multiple pro bono projects and a case catalog for direct referrals on legal issues critical to low-income communities. This position is based in LASO’s Central Office in Portland, Oregon, and is eligible for a partial remote work option. Background LASO is a non-profit organization that represents low-income clients in civil cases. LASO’s eight regional offices serve the general low-income population throughout the state and two specialized statewide programs focused on services to farmworkers and on issues impacting Native Americans. LASO is an effective, high-quality legal services program that is committed to advocacy strategies having the broadest possible impact on client community problems. LASO is actively working to build an inclusive organizational culture that centers on racial equity. LASO is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a welcoming and culturally responsive environment for our staff and clients Responsibilities As part of the pro bono team, the paralegal in this position is responsible for supporting the operations of LASO’s pro bono projects. Daily responsibilities include conducting client intake and screening, client scheduling and referrals to pro bono attorneys, data entry and electronic case file management, event coordination, communicating directly with private attorneys and community partners, and may also include some contract reporting. The person in this position will work with the LASO Regional Offices to support pro bono programs and referrals statewide. This position may include occasional travel and staffing evening legal clinics and legal events. Qualifications Proven interest in and commitment to advocacy for the legal rights of low-income and other vulnerable populations. Enthusiasm, creativity, good judgment, initiative, proficiency in legal database software, able to multi-task, strong organization and communication skills and willingness to work collaboratively. Demonstrated understanding and commitment to anti-bias principles, cultural competency and addressing systemic racism and other forms of oppression. LASO has a hiring preference for candidates who are bilingual in Spanish and/or another language. Salary/Benefits Compensation is based on a 35-hour work week. Salary range is $46.2K – 52.2K for 0-5 years’ experience; $53.4K - 58.2K for 6-10 years’ experience and $59.4K-70.2K for 11-20 years’ experience annually; salaries are determined by relevant work experience and our Collective Bargaining Agreement. Additional annual compensation of $4,300 to $5,700 is available for bilingual ability, depending on proficiency. Full benefits package including individual and family health, vision, and dental insurance coverage; 6% employer retirement contribution; generous paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave; and paid moving expenses. Closing Date Position open until filled. Review of applications to January 15, 2025. Applications Send resume and letter of interest to: Jill Mallery probonojobs@lasoregon.org Supplemental question As a part of your letter of interest, please address the following: LASO PRO is committed to building a culturally diverse workplace centered on equity and providing an inclusive, welcoming, and culturally responsive environment for our staff and clients. Please address how your personal background and experiences, professional or otherwise, have prepared you to contribute to our commitment to cultural responsiveness and diversity. If you require reasonable accommodation for a disability during the application/hiring process, please contact Meghan Collins, Director of Administration, at Meghan.Collins@lasoregon.org. We celebrate diversity LASO is committed to being an organization that reflects the communities we serve and is diverse in race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, national origin, or sensory, mental and physical abilities, work background, experience and education. We believe that the outcome of such diversity is our greatest strength and a matter of basic human fairness. It is to this end that we strongly encourage applications from people of color; people from any other underrepresented and historically marginalized group; people who have experienced economic, social, or other barriers; people who have personally experienced discrimination or oppression; or can otherwise demonstrate a commitment to advancing our diversity mission.
Legal Aid Services of Oregon (LASO) is seeking two bilingual (Spanish) housing attorneys for a full-time positions in its Portland Regional Office. Consultation and Advice Attorney: this position will be responsible for providing consultations in housing law and for cases involving restraining orders. The position will be supervised by the housing supervisor. The attorney will conduct weekly consultations and make determinations as to whether a client’s case should be considered for full representation or provided brief service and advice. This is not a litigation position. Providing legal information, advice and brief service to low-income Oregonians is an essential service to our community. This position will be expected to take at least one full representation case per year to maintain relevant and working experience of the practical application of the law, and maintain evidentiary and civil procedure skills to better advise clients. Litigation Attorney: this position will be responsible for carrying a caseload of complex fair housing and impact housing cases in Circuit Court and Federal District Court. These cases will be assigned in coordination with the housing supervisor and housing team. The attorney will also support the ongoing litigation within the program and frequently consult with colleagues regarding case handling and strategy. Both positions are eligible for a partial remote work option. Background LASO is a non-profit organization that represents low-income clients in civil cases. LASO’s eight regional offices serve the general low-income population throughout the state and two specialized statewide programs focused on services to farmworkers and on issues impacting Native Americans. LASO is an effective, high-quality legal services program that is committed to advocacy strategies having the broadest possible impact on client community problems. The Portland Regional Office of LASO serves a poverty population of more than 220,000. The office serves Multnomah, Clackamas, Hood River, Sherman and Wasco counties, a diverse service area requiring the ability to work effectively with individuals from different cultures and backgrounds. The Portland Office has adopted a race equity agenda to guide its work with clients as well as its internal operations. The office has a strong commitment to building an inclusive, diverse workplace. Responsibilities The staff attorney will be responsible for maintaining a poverty law caseload that will focus on housing and other substantive areas as assigned by the Regional Director and housing supervisor. The consultation attorney will handle all aspects of the initial consultation including eligibility screening, issue spotting, providing specific and particularized advice over the phone and in writing, and triage to case meeting for placement with a litigation attorney or referral to the appropriate community partner. The litigation attorney will handle all aspects of legal representation including client contact, pleading preparation, research, file maintenance, working with support staff, and hearing and trial work. Qualifications Competitive candidates will: be bilingual in English and Spanish (or another language spoken by our client population); be current members of the Oregon State Bar or are able to gain admission through reciprocity; have at least 2 years of civil or criminal litigation experience, Proven interest in and commitment to advocacy for the legal rights of low-income and other vulnerable populations. Demonstrated enthusiasm, creativity, good judgment, initiative, independence and willingness to work as a team in a high volume fast-paced environment. Salary/Benefits Compensation is based on a 35-hour work week. Salary range is $66,200 – 73,700 for 0-5 years’ experience; $75,200 – 81,200 for 6-10 years’ experience and $82,700 - $105,200 for 11-30 years’ experience annually; salaries are determined by relevant work experience and our Collective Bargaining Agreement. An additional $4,300 to $5,700 annually is available to bilingual staff, depending on proficiency. In addition, LASO offers a full benefits package including individual and family health, vision, and dental insurance coverage; 6% employer retirement contribution; generous paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave; and paid moving expenses. Closing Date Open until filled. Review of resumes to begin January 20, 2025. Applications Your cover letter must identify if you are applying for the Consultation and Advice position or the Litigation position. Send resume and letter of interest to: Emily Brown-Sitnick projobs@lasoregon.org Supplemental question LASO is committed to building a culturally diverse workplace centered on equity and providing an inclusive, welcoming, and culturally responsive environment for our staff and clients. How have your personal background and experiences, professional or otherwise, prepared you to contribute to our commitment to cultural responsiveness and inclusion of historically excluded populations in the legal system? If you require reasonable accommodation for a disability during the application/hiring process, please contact Meghan Collins, Director of Administration, at Meghan.Collins@lasoregon.org. We celebrate diversity. LASO is committed to being an organization that reflects the communities we serve and is diverse in race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, national origin, or sensory, mental and physical abilities, work background, experience and education. We believe that the outcome of such diversity is our greatest strength and a matter of basic human fairness. It is to this end that we strongly encourage applications from people of color and people from any other underrepresented and historically marginalized group to apply for this position.
Dec 27, 2024
Full time
Legal Aid Services of Oregon (LASO) is seeking two bilingual (Spanish) housing attorneys for a full-time positions in its Portland Regional Office. Consultation and Advice Attorney: this position will be responsible for providing consultations in housing law and for cases involving restraining orders. The position will be supervised by the housing supervisor. The attorney will conduct weekly consultations and make determinations as to whether a client’s case should be considered for full representation or provided brief service and advice. This is not a litigation position. Providing legal information, advice and brief service to low-income Oregonians is an essential service to our community. This position will be expected to take at least one full representation case per year to maintain relevant and working experience of the practical application of the law, and maintain evidentiary and civil procedure skills to better advise clients. Litigation Attorney: this position will be responsible for carrying a caseload of complex fair housing and impact housing cases in Circuit Court and Federal District Court. These cases will be assigned in coordination with the housing supervisor and housing team. The attorney will also support the ongoing litigation within the program and frequently consult with colleagues regarding case handling and strategy. Both positions are eligible for a partial remote work option. Background LASO is a non-profit organization that represents low-income clients in civil cases. LASO’s eight regional offices serve the general low-income population throughout the state and two specialized statewide programs focused on services to farmworkers and on issues impacting Native Americans. LASO is an effective, high-quality legal services program that is committed to advocacy strategies having the broadest possible impact on client community problems. The Portland Regional Office of LASO serves a poverty population of more than 220,000. The office serves Multnomah, Clackamas, Hood River, Sherman and Wasco counties, a diverse service area requiring the ability to work effectively with individuals from different cultures and backgrounds. The Portland Office has adopted a race equity agenda to guide its work with clients as well as its internal operations. The office has a strong commitment to building an inclusive, diverse workplace. Responsibilities The staff attorney will be responsible for maintaining a poverty law caseload that will focus on housing and other substantive areas as assigned by the Regional Director and housing supervisor. The consultation attorney will handle all aspects of the initial consultation including eligibility screening, issue spotting, providing specific and particularized advice over the phone and in writing, and triage to case meeting for placement with a litigation attorney or referral to the appropriate community partner. The litigation attorney will handle all aspects of legal representation including client contact, pleading preparation, research, file maintenance, working with support staff, and hearing and trial work. Qualifications Competitive candidates will: be bilingual in English and Spanish (or another language spoken by our client population); be current members of the Oregon State Bar or are able to gain admission through reciprocity; have at least 2 years of civil or criminal litigation experience, Proven interest in and commitment to advocacy for the legal rights of low-income and other vulnerable populations. Demonstrated enthusiasm, creativity, good judgment, initiative, independence and willingness to work as a team in a high volume fast-paced environment. Salary/Benefits Compensation is based on a 35-hour work week. Salary range is $66,200 – 73,700 for 0-5 years’ experience; $75,200 – 81,200 for 6-10 years’ experience and $82,700 - $105,200 for 11-30 years’ experience annually; salaries are determined by relevant work experience and our Collective Bargaining Agreement. An additional $4,300 to $5,700 annually is available to bilingual staff, depending on proficiency. In addition, LASO offers a full benefits package including individual and family health, vision, and dental insurance coverage; 6% employer retirement contribution; generous paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave; and paid moving expenses. Closing Date Open until filled. Review of resumes to begin January 20, 2025. Applications Your cover letter must identify if you are applying for the Consultation and Advice position or the Litigation position. Send resume and letter of interest to: Emily Brown-Sitnick projobs@lasoregon.org Supplemental question LASO is committed to building a culturally diverse workplace centered on equity and providing an inclusive, welcoming, and culturally responsive environment for our staff and clients. How have your personal background and experiences, professional or otherwise, prepared you to contribute to our commitment to cultural responsiveness and inclusion of historically excluded populations in the legal system? If you require reasonable accommodation for a disability during the application/hiring process, please contact Meghan Collins, Director of Administration, at Meghan.Collins@lasoregon.org. We celebrate diversity. LASO is committed to being an organization that reflects the communities we serve and is diverse in race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, national origin, or sensory, mental and physical abilities, work background, experience and education. We believe that the outcome of such diversity is our greatest strength and a matter of basic human fairness. It is to this end that we strongly encourage applications from people of color and people from any other underrepresented and historically marginalized group to apply for this position.
Organization Overview
America Votes works with over 400 state and national partner organizations to advance progressive policies, win elections, and protect every American's right to vote.
Since 2003, America Votes has been the common link between many of the largest and most influential issue and membership organizations in the country, serving as the coordination hub of the progressive community. America Votes' work has brought together a wide range of causes and built a unified coalition that has transformed how the progressive community works. Together, they have engaged communities across the country to act on critical issues - from fighting for working families, to defending reproductive freedom, to protecting the environment, and more - and mobilized millions of voters to turn out on Election Day.
America Votes works year-round nationally and in more than 20 states, acting as permanent campaign infrastructure to continually advance progressive causes and win elections. America Votes provides a range of services to partners, including strategic planning, advocacy and electoral campaign coordination, data tools and targeting services, and on-the-ground leadership in states.
America Votes also works to improve election systems and fight back against efforts to suppress voters, taking the lead throughout their state network to coordinate and execute advocacy campaigns with allies to reform elections and modernize the voting process.
Racial Equity Statement
As a leader of collaborative efforts to mobilize voters, protect voting rights, and win elections, America Votes is committed to advancing racial equity within our organization and across our coalition. We acknowledge the systematic racism that permeates all facets of our society, beginning with the foundational right to vote. America Votes is also engaging with an understanding of the ways gender, sexuality, and other forms of oppression intersect with race and how those relationships impact inequities faced by our staff, our partners, and the communities that we engage in our work. America Votes strives to model our commitment to racial equity through our internal and external operations, programs, and partnerships. We acknowledge the inequitable structures that continue to exist and are moving forward with a sustained commitment in time, resources and people to challenge structural racism and work towards creating a reflective organization and democracy.
Position Description
America Votes is seeking an experienced and committed General Counsel to serve as the lead attorney for the 501(c)(4) nonprofit organization and its affiliated entities.
The General Counsel is responsible for ensuring compliance with and minimizing risk and liability under all applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the General Counsel provides legal advice and counsel to the President, Executive Director, Chief Operating Officer, and staff in a variety of matters, most significantly political and electoral work and communications as well as employment and labor matters.
The General Counsel should be adept at balancing legal integrity with the strategic flexibility required to advance progressive causes and win elections.
This is an incredible opportunity to play a key role at one of the country's most impactful electoral organizations.
Responsibilities
Ensure that America Votes and all affiliated entities are complying with federal, state and local candidate election law.
Advise America Votes on legal issues including maintaining its legal and fiscal integrity, including the guidance on the allocation of activities between entities.
Review organizational contracts, negotiate or renegotiate contract provisions, and draft contracts for consultants and partnerships.
Liaison with external legal firms on key issues.
Consult with outside accounting firms and review all necessary reports, including to the FEC, the House and Senate, and state and local agencies.
Serve as the point of contact for national and state staff on potential legal issues, activities, and compliance issues.
Serve as counsel on organizational HR needs.
Stay up-to-date with all campaign finance and non-profit organizational regulations, issues, and activities at the federal and state level.
Provide all staff with legal guidelines and review materials for programmatic work.
Work with compliance staff to review filing of all campaign finance reports, lobbyist and other filings at the federal and state level.
Partner with the key staff to advise the grant program and ensure appropriate procedures are followed during applications, contributions, and reporting.
Conduct legal trainings, including new hire orientation.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school; admission to DC bar or willingness to attain within 6 months is required.
6+ years' of experience in election law, nonprofit law, or a related field, with expertise in political action and advocacy for progressive causes.
In-depth knowledge of 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) regulations, FEC guidelines, and campaign finance law.
Proven experience advising or working within politically active organizations, advocacy groups, or campaigns.
Ability to balance legal compliance with an understanding of the urgency and creativity required in high-stakes political work.
Strong analytical skills and risk-neutral judgment, able to identify innovative solutions to legal challenges in political contexts.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with non-attorneys on solution-oriented approaches to issues.
Must be highly organized, detail-oriented and able to handle multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
Flexibility with work schedule; this position does require regular evening and weekend work.
Ability to manage confidential information with sound judgment, discretion and tact.
Deep commitment to racial and social justice and strengthening democracy.
Location
Washington, DC is the preferred location for this role; outstanding candidates from Arizona, Georgia, Michigan, Nevada, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin may be considered. Staff in the DC area work a hybrid schedule and are typically in the office several days a week.
Compensation
The salary for this position is $155,000-$165,000.
America Votes offers a competitive benefits package covering 100% of employee medical, dental, & vision insurance premiums, life insurance, long term disability coverage, a monthly cell phone stipend, personal professional development funds, parental leave, and 401 (K) after four months of continuous service with the organization.
America Votes provides a generous paid time off policy including paid vacation; paid sick leave and personal days; at least 10 Federal paid holidays including Juneteenth; and paid organizational time off from at least December 25 to January 1.
To Apply
To apply, submit a cover letter and resume online at https://grossmansolutions.com/jobs/. The cover letter should be concise, compelling, and outline the specific ways in which you would be a good fit for this position. America Votes sees its commitment to racial equity as an integral part of its success. Applicants are encouraged to reflect on how they see themselves contributing to America Votes' work on advancing racial equity
America Votes is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace. America Votes does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected category under local, state or federal law. People of color, LGBTQ candidates, individuals with disabilities, and neurodivergent individuals are strongly encouraged to apply.
Dec 22, 2024
Full time
Organization Overview
America Votes works with over 400 state and national partner organizations to advance progressive policies, win elections, and protect every American's right to vote.
Since 2003, America Votes has been the common link between many of the largest and most influential issue and membership organizations in the country, serving as the coordination hub of the progressive community. America Votes' work has brought together a wide range of causes and built a unified coalition that has transformed how the progressive community works. Together, they have engaged communities across the country to act on critical issues - from fighting for working families, to defending reproductive freedom, to protecting the environment, and more - and mobilized millions of voters to turn out on Election Day.
America Votes works year-round nationally and in more than 20 states, acting as permanent campaign infrastructure to continually advance progressive causes and win elections. America Votes provides a range of services to partners, including strategic planning, advocacy and electoral campaign coordination, data tools and targeting services, and on-the-ground leadership in states.
America Votes also works to improve election systems and fight back against efforts to suppress voters, taking the lead throughout their state network to coordinate and execute advocacy campaigns with allies to reform elections and modernize the voting process.
Racial Equity Statement
As a leader of collaborative efforts to mobilize voters, protect voting rights, and win elections, America Votes is committed to advancing racial equity within our organization and across our coalition. We acknowledge the systematic racism that permeates all facets of our society, beginning with the foundational right to vote. America Votes is also engaging with an understanding of the ways gender, sexuality, and other forms of oppression intersect with race and how those relationships impact inequities faced by our staff, our partners, and the communities that we engage in our work. America Votes strives to model our commitment to racial equity through our internal and external operations, programs, and partnerships. We acknowledge the inequitable structures that continue to exist and are moving forward with a sustained commitment in time, resources and people to challenge structural racism and work towards creating a reflective organization and democracy.
Position Description
America Votes is seeking an experienced and committed General Counsel to serve as the lead attorney for the 501(c)(4) nonprofit organization and its affiliated entities.
The General Counsel is responsible for ensuring compliance with and minimizing risk and liability under all applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the General Counsel provides legal advice and counsel to the President, Executive Director, Chief Operating Officer, and staff in a variety of matters, most significantly political and electoral work and communications as well as employment and labor matters.
The General Counsel should be adept at balancing legal integrity with the strategic flexibility required to advance progressive causes and win elections.
This is an incredible opportunity to play a key role at one of the country's most impactful electoral organizations.
Responsibilities
Ensure that America Votes and all affiliated entities are complying with federal, state and local candidate election law.
Advise America Votes on legal issues including maintaining its legal and fiscal integrity, including the guidance on the allocation of activities between entities.
Review organizational contracts, negotiate or renegotiate contract provisions, and draft contracts for consultants and partnerships.
Liaison with external legal firms on key issues.
Consult with outside accounting firms and review all necessary reports, including to the FEC, the House and Senate, and state and local agencies.
Serve as the point of contact for national and state staff on potential legal issues, activities, and compliance issues.
Serve as counsel on organizational HR needs.
Stay up-to-date with all campaign finance and non-profit organizational regulations, issues, and activities at the federal and state level.
Provide all staff with legal guidelines and review materials for programmatic work.
Work with compliance staff to review filing of all campaign finance reports, lobbyist and other filings at the federal and state level.
Partner with the key staff to advise the grant program and ensure appropriate procedures are followed during applications, contributions, and reporting.
Conduct legal trainings, including new hire orientation.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school; admission to DC bar or willingness to attain within 6 months is required.
6+ years' of experience in election law, nonprofit law, or a related field, with expertise in political action and advocacy for progressive causes.
In-depth knowledge of 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) regulations, FEC guidelines, and campaign finance law.
Proven experience advising or working within politically active organizations, advocacy groups, or campaigns.
Ability to balance legal compliance with an understanding of the urgency and creativity required in high-stakes political work.
Strong analytical skills and risk-neutral judgment, able to identify innovative solutions to legal challenges in political contexts.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with non-attorneys on solution-oriented approaches to issues.
Must be highly organized, detail-oriented and able to handle multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
Flexibility with work schedule; this position does require regular evening and weekend work.
Ability to manage confidential information with sound judgment, discretion and tact.
Deep commitment to racial and social justice and strengthening democracy.
Location
Washington, DC is the preferred location for this role; outstanding candidates from Arizona, Georgia, Michigan, Nevada, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin may be considered. Staff in the DC area work a hybrid schedule and are typically in the office several days a week.
Compensation
The salary for this position is $155,000-$165,000.
America Votes offers a competitive benefits package covering 100% of employee medical, dental, & vision insurance premiums, life insurance, long term disability coverage, a monthly cell phone stipend, personal professional development funds, parental leave, and 401 (K) after four months of continuous service with the organization.
America Votes provides a generous paid time off policy including paid vacation; paid sick leave and personal days; at least 10 Federal paid holidays including Juneteenth; and paid organizational time off from at least December 25 to January 1.
To Apply
To apply, submit a cover letter and resume online at https://grossmansolutions.com/jobs/. The cover letter should be concise, compelling, and outline the specific ways in which you would be a good fit for this position. America Votes sees its commitment to racial equity as an integral part of its success. Applicants are encouraged to reflect on how they see themselves contributing to America Votes' work on advancing racial equity
America Votes is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace. America Votes does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected category under local, state or federal law. People of color, LGBTQ candidates, individuals with disabilities, and neurodivergent individuals are strongly encouraged to apply.
Residential Counselor (Grove Campus)
SAFE Alliance seeks a Residential Counselor for the Residential & Support Services Program in the Family Shelter department.
This position will serve as a member of the shelter leadership team and assist in providing training/staff development, guidance, and oversight for shelter staff. This position may supervise interns and will work in a building where survivors live.
SAFE Alliance:
The SAFE Alliance exists to stop abuse for everyone by serving the survivors of child abuse, sexual assault and exploitation, and domestic violence. We are dedicated to ending violence through prevention, advocacy, and comprehensive services for individuals, families, and communities that have been affected by abuse.
In the past two years, our community outreach and education has provided over 400 trainings to over 7,000 community members. Our various housing and shelter programs have provided over 46,000 nights/days of care and served over 3,000 youth and adults directly affected by abuse. We have provided over 10,000 callers/chats/texts, walk-in advocacy and crisis interventions or face-to-face emotional support through our 24/7 confidential SAFEline.
No matter what your role at SAFE Alliance you will make a difference, because together we can Stop Abuse For Everyone.
Position Details:
We are looking for one person to work on a full-time, exempt basis for an annual salary of $60,420 to $63,600 dependent upon experience and an additional annual language differential of $3,600 for those who are English/Spanish bilingual. The work location will be based at our Grove Blvd. Campus in the East Austin area. This position will include some travel in the community or between campuses with no ability for remote/hybrid work. The shift currently available is Monday through Friday, 9am to 5pm, and working an occasional evening or weekend depending on client needs. This position currently requires you to participate in an On-Call schedule/rotation for the shelter.
Perks and Benefits of Working at SAFE Alliance*:
Employee Only: Health insurance, short-term disability, and life insurance are employer paid with an option to purchase additional dependent coverage.
Eligibility for Paid time off accruals of up to 15 days a year prorated based on hire date and hours worked.
8 standard paid holidays throughout the year.
Depending on your date of hire, up to 4 Personal Holidays are granted to use at your preference throughout the year.
A comprehensive voluntary benefits plan that includes dental, vision, flexible spending, and various insurance programs including pet insurance.
403(b) retirement plan with an ability to contribute immediately. You can earn an employer match of 100% up to 1% of your pay and a discretionary contribution of 2% of your pay whether you contribute to the Plan, after one year of eligible service.
SAFE Alliance benefit plans are effective the first day of the month following thirty days of continuous employment.
*Benefit plans and benefit start dates are prorated based on date of hire and hours worked. Eligibility in employer paid benefits, paid time off and holidays are dependent upon full-time employment status and/or hours worked and may be subject to change.
Required Qualifications:
Possess a Master's Degree in Social Work, Counseling, or related field.
Possess a professional clinical licensure in the state of Texas (LMSW, LCSW, LPC- Associate, LPC, LMFT-Associate, and LMFT). Intern or associate-level applicants must procure their own board-approved supervisor outside of the agency.
Demonstrated knowledge or background in the topics of sexual assault, domestic violence, homelessness, commercial sex trafficking, race-based trauma, poverty, and disabilities.
Understand assessment tools, trauma informed services and group dynamics; training/experience in EMDR preferred.
Must have at least one year experience providing therapeutic services to adults, children, and families.
Preferred candidate would have at least 2 years' experience with trauma, homelessness and/or domestic violence/sexual assault service delivery; knowledge of human development, family systems, and appropriate therapy modalities for sexual and domestic violence survivors and their families.
Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred .
Able to be compassionate and sensitive to client needs with experience establishing rapport, trust and boundaries with clients.
Must be able to function independently and have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with youth/families,' staff, and support agencies.
Must be able to relate to and work with emotionally upset and at times hostile youth/families. Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
With reasonable accommodation, this position requires the manual dexterity to sufficiently operate phones, computers, and other office equipment. Be capable of sitting and standing for extended periods of time, as well as be able to intermittently push, pull, or lift 75+lbs. of force.
Occasional exposure to adverse working conditions, including the performance of work in cramped and/or awkward positions, and exposure to safety hazards, loud noise, traffic, and inclement weather conditions is possible.
This position requires driving in between SAFE campuses and, in the community, as necessary.
This position requires driving. You must have a valid, State of Texas Driver's License (If in possession of an out-of-state license, obtain a State of Texas Driver's License within 90 days of beginning employment.) AND at least three (3) consecutive years of driving experience OR one (1) year of driving experience if over 27 years of age AND an acceptable driving record that covers at least the last three years of driver history.
This position requires completion of the 40-Hour Office of Attorney General Sexual Assault Advocacy Training Program in person within six (6) months of starting employment, along with participating in annual continuing education throughout your employment.
Pass all required criminal history background checks (including an FBI fingerprint check if applicable), as well as a pre-employment drug screen and TB test, if applicable.
All employees are required to comply with policies regarding COVID-19, which may be subject to change. COVID vaccines are still highly recommended, and we encourage employees to get vaccinated if they are able.
Application Information and Instructions:
We do NOT accept applications or resumes via email.
Applications will be accepted until positions are filled. You will be contacted via email regarding the status of your application whether you have been selected or not to move forward in the process.
All new employees regardless of status will be required to start their employment on either the 1st or 16th of the month. If the 1st or 16th falls on a Saturday or Sunday, the start date will be moved to Friday or Monday, respectively.
All employees will be required to attend a three-day new employee orientation that is held both in-person and virtually the first three business days of the month.
Dec 06, 2024
Full time
Residential Counselor (Grove Campus)
SAFE Alliance seeks a Residential Counselor for the Residential & Support Services Program in the Family Shelter department.
This position will serve as a member of the shelter leadership team and assist in providing training/staff development, guidance, and oversight for shelter staff. This position may supervise interns and will work in a building where survivors live.
SAFE Alliance:
The SAFE Alliance exists to stop abuse for everyone by serving the survivors of child abuse, sexual assault and exploitation, and domestic violence. We are dedicated to ending violence through prevention, advocacy, and comprehensive services for individuals, families, and communities that have been affected by abuse.
In the past two years, our community outreach and education has provided over 400 trainings to over 7,000 community members. Our various housing and shelter programs have provided over 46,000 nights/days of care and served over 3,000 youth and adults directly affected by abuse. We have provided over 10,000 callers/chats/texts, walk-in advocacy and crisis interventions or face-to-face emotional support through our 24/7 confidential SAFEline.
No matter what your role at SAFE Alliance you will make a difference, because together we can Stop Abuse For Everyone.
Position Details:
We are looking for one person to work on a full-time, exempt basis for an annual salary of $60,420 to $63,600 dependent upon experience and an additional annual language differential of $3,600 for those who are English/Spanish bilingual. The work location will be based at our Grove Blvd. Campus in the East Austin area. This position will include some travel in the community or between campuses with no ability for remote/hybrid work. The shift currently available is Monday through Friday, 9am to 5pm, and working an occasional evening or weekend depending on client needs. This position currently requires you to participate in an On-Call schedule/rotation for the shelter.
Perks and Benefits of Working at SAFE Alliance*:
Employee Only: Health insurance, short-term disability, and life insurance are employer paid with an option to purchase additional dependent coverage.
Eligibility for Paid time off accruals of up to 15 days a year prorated based on hire date and hours worked.
8 standard paid holidays throughout the year.
Depending on your date of hire, up to 4 Personal Holidays are granted to use at your preference throughout the year.
A comprehensive voluntary benefits plan that includes dental, vision, flexible spending, and various insurance programs including pet insurance.
403(b) retirement plan with an ability to contribute immediately. You can earn an employer match of 100% up to 1% of your pay and a discretionary contribution of 2% of your pay whether you contribute to the Plan, after one year of eligible service.
SAFE Alliance benefit plans are effective the first day of the month following thirty days of continuous employment.
*Benefit plans and benefit start dates are prorated based on date of hire and hours worked. Eligibility in employer paid benefits, paid time off and holidays are dependent upon full-time employment status and/or hours worked and may be subject to change.
Required Qualifications:
Possess a Master's Degree in Social Work, Counseling, or related field.
Possess a professional clinical licensure in the state of Texas (LMSW, LCSW, LPC- Associate, LPC, LMFT-Associate, and LMFT). Intern or associate-level applicants must procure their own board-approved supervisor outside of the agency.
Demonstrated knowledge or background in the topics of sexual assault, domestic violence, homelessness, commercial sex trafficking, race-based trauma, poverty, and disabilities.
Understand assessment tools, trauma informed services and group dynamics; training/experience in EMDR preferred.
Must have at least one year experience providing therapeutic services to adults, children, and families.
Preferred candidate would have at least 2 years' experience with trauma, homelessness and/or domestic violence/sexual assault service delivery; knowledge of human development, family systems, and appropriate therapy modalities for sexual and domestic violence survivors and their families.
Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred .
Able to be compassionate and sensitive to client needs with experience establishing rapport, trust and boundaries with clients.
Must be able to function independently and have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with youth/families,' staff, and support agencies.
Must be able to relate to and work with emotionally upset and at times hostile youth/families. Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
With reasonable accommodation, this position requires the manual dexterity to sufficiently operate phones, computers, and other office equipment. Be capable of sitting and standing for extended periods of time, as well as be able to intermittently push, pull, or lift 75+lbs. of force.
Occasional exposure to adverse working conditions, including the performance of work in cramped and/or awkward positions, and exposure to safety hazards, loud noise, traffic, and inclement weather conditions is possible.
This position requires driving in between SAFE campuses and, in the community, as necessary.
This position requires driving. You must have a valid, State of Texas Driver's License (If in possession of an out-of-state license, obtain a State of Texas Driver's License within 90 days of beginning employment.) AND at least three (3) consecutive years of driving experience OR one (1) year of driving experience if over 27 years of age AND an acceptable driving record that covers at least the last three years of driver history.
This position requires completion of the 40-Hour Office of Attorney General Sexual Assault Advocacy Training Program in person within six (6) months of starting employment, along with participating in annual continuing education throughout your employment.
Pass all required criminal history background checks (including an FBI fingerprint check if applicable), as well as a pre-employment drug screen and TB test, if applicable.
All employees are required to comply with policies regarding COVID-19, which may be subject to change. COVID vaccines are still highly recommended, and we encourage employees to get vaccinated if they are able.
Application Information and Instructions:
We do NOT accept applications or resumes via email.
Applications will be accepted until positions are filled. You will be contacted via email regarding the status of your application whether you have been selected or not to move forward in the process.
All new employees regardless of status will be required to start their employment on either the 1st or 16th of the month. If the 1st or 16th falls on a Saturday or Sunday, the start date will be moved to Friday or Monday, respectively.
All employees will be required to attend a three-day new employee orientation that is held both in-person and virtually the first three business days of the month.
Illinois Department of Human Services
Chicago, IL.
Location: Chicago, IL, US, 60602
Job Requisition ID: 43217
Agency: Department of Human Services Class Title: PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR - 37015 Skill Option: Special License - Illinois Law License Closing Date/Time: 12/19/2024
Salary: Anticipated Salary: $8,700 - $9,500 per month ($104,400 - $114,000 per year) Job Type: Salaried Category: Full Time County: Cook Number of Vacancies: 2 Plan/BU: None
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Posting Identification Number 43217
Why Work for Illinois?
Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, your part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.
No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.
Position Overview
Under the direction of the Deputy General Counsel for HIPAA, Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), DDD and DRS, serves as Associate General Counsel providing legal services, legal advice, research, writing, and analysis for the Department of Human Services. Serves as a Freedom of Information Officer for the Department, reviewing assigned FOIA requests for legal validity and scope of request.
Essential Functions
Serves as Associate General Counsel and a Freedom of Information Officer for the Department under the direction of the Deputy General Counsel.
Coordinates responses to FOIA requests, working with the various Divisions and Offices of the Department and supporting paralegal.
Drafts responses to FOIA appeals submitted to the Attorney General’s Office of Public Access Counselor.
Consults with legal and program staff to identify and/or resolve legal concerns regarding proposed legislation; provides comments on legislation affecting FOIA and all other statutes related to confidentiality, access to public records, and record retention.
Performs other duties as assigned or required which are reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated above.
Minimum Qualifications
Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years college, preferably with courses in business law or legal studies.
Requires possession of a license to practice law in Illinois.
Requires three (3) years administrative experience in the practice of law.
Preferred Qualifications
Three (3) years of professional experience meeting deadlines with strong attention to detail and the ability to use critical thinking skills while multi-tasking multiple projects.
Three (3) years of professional experience interpreting freedom of information, privacy, and confidentiality law.
Three (3) years of professional experience applying redactions using redaction software (e.g., Adobe Acrobat).
Three (3) years of professional experience with document review, including electronic correspondence, investigation reports, and other sensitive records.
Three (3) years of professional experience writing reports, ensuring detailed and critical analysis of work performed.
Two (2) years of professional experience with reviewing proposed changes to statutes and administrative rules.
Work Hours: Mon - Fri, 8:30am - 5:00pm; Flex Schedule Available Work Location: 69 W Washington St Chicago, IL 60602-3134
Office of General Counsel
HIPAA, FOIA, DDD, and DRS Agency Contact: DHS.HiringUnit@illinois.gov Posting Group: Leadership & Management; Social Services
About the Agency:
The Illinois Department of Human Services serves families in need across Illinois. Our mission is providing equitable access to social services, supports, programs and resources to enhance the lives of all who we serve. We are committed to the core values of Human Dignity, Equity, Community, Urgency, Transparency and Kindness.
As a State of Illinois Employee, you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following:
A Pension Program
Competitive Group Insurance Benefits including Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance
3 Paid Personal Business Days annually
12 Paid Sick Days annually (Sick days carry over from year to year)
10-25 Days of Paid Vacation time annually - (10 days in year one of employment)
Personal, Sick, & Vacation rates modified for 12-hour & part-time work schedules (as applicable)
13 Paid Holidays annually, 14 on even numbered years.
Flexible Work Schedules (when available dependent upon position)
12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave
Deferred Compensation Program - A supplemental retirement plan
Optional Pre-Tax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP), Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP)
Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility
GI Bill® Training/Apprenticeship Benefits eligibility for qualifying Veterans
5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions
Commuter Savings Program (Chicago only)
For more information about our benefits please follow this link: https://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx
The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your “junk mail”, “spam”, or “other” folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). You may receive emails from the following addresses:
donotreply@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
systems@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
Must apply through external link: Associate General Counsel Job Details | State of Illinois
Dec 05, 2024
Full time
Location: Chicago, IL, US, 60602
Job Requisition ID: 43217
Agency: Department of Human Services Class Title: PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR - 37015 Skill Option: Special License - Illinois Law License Closing Date/Time: 12/19/2024
Salary: Anticipated Salary: $8,700 - $9,500 per month ($104,400 - $114,000 per year) Job Type: Salaried Category: Full Time County: Cook Number of Vacancies: 2 Plan/BU: None
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Posting Identification Number 43217
Why Work for Illinois?
Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, your part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.
No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.
Position Overview
Under the direction of the Deputy General Counsel for HIPAA, Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), DDD and DRS, serves as Associate General Counsel providing legal services, legal advice, research, writing, and analysis for the Department of Human Services. Serves as a Freedom of Information Officer for the Department, reviewing assigned FOIA requests for legal validity and scope of request.
Essential Functions
Serves as Associate General Counsel and a Freedom of Information Officer for the Department under the direction of the Deputy General Counsel.
Coordinates responses to FOIA requests, working with the various Divisions and Offices of the Department and supporting paralegal.
Drafts responses to FOIA appeals submitted to the Attorney General’s Office of Public Access Counselor.
Consults with legal and program staff to identify and/or resolve legal concerns regarding proposed legislation; provides comments on legislation affecting FOIA and all other statutes related to confidentiality, access to public records, and record retention.
Performs other duties as assigned or required which are reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated above.
Minimum Qualifications
Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years college, preferably with courses in business law or legal studies.
Requires possession of a license to practice law in Illinois.
Requires three (3) years administrative experience in the practice of law.
Preferred Qualifications
Three (3) years of professional experience meeting deadlines with strong attention to detail and the ability to use critical thinking skills while multi-tasking multiple projects.
Three (3) years of professional experience interpreting freedom of information, privacy, and confidentiality law.
Three (3) years of professional experience applying redactions using redaction software (e.g., Adobe Acrobat).
Three (3) years of professional experience with document review, including electronic correspondence, investigation reports, and other sensitive records.
Three (3) years of professional experience writing reports, ensuring detailed and critical analysis of work performed.
Two (2) years of professional experience with reviewing proposed changes to statutes and administrative rules.
Work Hours: Mon - Fri, 8:30am - 5:00pm; Flex Schedule Available Work Location: 69 W Washington St Chicago, IL 60602-3134
Office of General Counsel
HIPAA, FOIA, DDD, and DRS Agency Contact: DHS.HiringUnit@illinois.gov Posting Group: Leadership & Management; Social Services
About the Agency:
The Illinois Department of Human Services serves families in need across Illinois. Our mission is providing equitable access to social services, supports, programs and resources to enhance the lives of all who we serve. We are committed to the core values of Human Dignity, Equity, Community, Urgency, Transparency and Kindness.
As a State of Illinois Employee, you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following:
A Pension Program
Competitive Group Insurance Benefits including Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance
3 Paid Personal Business Days annually
12 Paid Sick Days annually (Sick days carry over from year to year)
10-25 Days of Paid Vacation time annually - (10 days in year one of employment)
Personal, Sick, & Vacation rates modified for 12-hour & part-time work schedules (as applicable)
13 Paid Holidays annually, 14 on even numbered years.
Flexible Work Schedules (when available dependent upon position)
12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave
Deferred Compensation Program - A supplemental retirement plan
Optional Pre-Tax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP), Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP)
Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility
GI Bill® Training/Apprenticeship Benefits eligibility for qualifying Veterans
5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions
Commuter Savings Program (Chicago only)
For more information about our benefits please follow this link: https://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx
The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your “junk mail”, “spam”, or “other” folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). You may receive emails from the following addresses:
donotreply@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
systems@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
Must apply through external link: Associate General Counsel Job Details | State of Illinois
About KIND
Kids in Need of Defense (KIND) is a global leader in the protection of unaccompanied and separated children who are forcibly displaced from their countries of origin. Launched in 2008, KIND champions a world in which every child’s rights and well-being are protected throughout their journey to safety. Building on its extensive programming and successful model in the United States, KIND is expanding in the Americas and Europe to bring its experience to bear in working with unaccompanied and separated children. Our work focuses on addressing the legal and mental health needs of this population; building strong partnerships and engaging in training and capacity strengthening with governments, NGOs, and the private sector; and advocating for systemic and pragmatic reforms to advance the rights of unaccompanied and separated children.
Position Summary
KIND seeks a Staff Attorney to provide expert legal services to unaccompanied children needing legal representation through zealous direct representation as well as pro bono facilitation, including robust consultation, training, and technical assistance to pro bono attorneys who have accepted KIND cases. As needed, supervise Senior Paralegals, Paralegals, interns, and/or other non-attorney staff. The Staff Attorney will report to the Managing Attorney, Newark - Released.
Essential Functions
Provides both mentoring to KIND pro bono attorneys and direct legal representation to KIND clients.
In the pro bono mentoring function, provides robust consultation and technical assistance to pro bono attorneys who have accepted a KIND case.
In the direct representation function, perform ordinary functions of legal counsel including legal research and formulating the legal strategy for the case, conducting client interviews, appearing before immigration and/or state courts or agencies and drafting and filing court pleadings and applications for benefits.
Supervises interns and/or other non-attorney staff as needed including, onboarding, skills training, daily support and coaching, review and quality assurance of filings, regular check-ins and performance evaluations, and provision of consistent and effective supervision and oversight.
Places cases with pro bono attorneys and actively builds relationships between KIND and the pro bono community.
In coordination with KIND’s Training and Technical Assistance Team and the local field office Senior Attorney/s, as needed, helps develop pro bono training resources and local training curriculum, including sample filings and guidance packets; with supervision, presents trainings to pro bono attorneys and community groups.
Contributes to overall office functioning, including actively participating in field office and KIND-wide calls and meetings, field office and KIND-wide committees, and assisting with office events.
Ensures entry of timely, accurate, and detailed case data into KIND’s case management systems.
Represents KIND at local coalitions, courts, and agencies.
Qualifications and Requirements
J.D. and admitted to the local state.
Fluent in English and Spanish.
Minimum of 1 year of experience practicing immigration law, which should include representation of clients in humanitarian immigration claims such as asylum, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, U visas, and T visas.
Minimum of 1 year of experience working with children, preferably immigrant and refugee children, and/or working with vulnerable populations, survivors of abuse, human trafficking, or other trauma.
Experience working with law firm attorneys and/or other legal volunteers if the majority of the caseload is working directly with pro bono attorneys.
Strong record of cultural competence and cross-cultural communication skills.
Excellent written and oral communication skills in English and Spanish.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suites (such as Teams, Excel, etc.).
Ability to work collaboratively and multi-task in our KIND environment, managing numerous priorities and emerging opportunities.
Excellent organizational skills with ability to work on multiple projects in a deadline-oriented environment. Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate as appropriate.
Ability to work effectively with people of diverse backgrounds, lived experiences, and communication styles.
Committed to prioritizing diversity, equity, and inclusion as well as embracing transparency and authenticity in daily work life.
Be disciplined and nimble to ensure delivery on our core mission of access to justice and protection of children’s wellbeing and rights.
Showing the ability to multi-task and work with a sense of urgency in a dynamic, fast paced environment.
Committed to practicing and supporting wellbeing and a work-home life balance.
Experience working and communicating in a remote environment.
$72,122 - $90,153 a year
Our Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance with KIND paying 100% of the employee only portion of the premium for one of the two medical plan options, dental, and vision.
- Pre-tax flexible spending account (FSA) for both medical and dependent care. - Pre-tax transit and parking spending account.
- Employer-paid life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
- Employer-paid short and long-term disability insurance.
For a complete list of benefits, please click here .
Our Focus on Wellness
KIND recognizes that our ability to help our clients starts with helping our team members. KIND has prioritized wellness for employees through Mindfulness and Wellness Trainings, Wellness Platforms, Employee Assistance and Resilience Programs, Time Away and Office Wellness Activities.
For more information regarding our Wellness initiatives please visit this link .
Application Instructions
To be considered for this role, please submit an employment application at supportkind.org/join-the-team , along with your resume and cover letter.
KIND has an organization-wide commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. We strive to create a work environment where everyone has a sense of belonging. Individuals from historically underrepresented or underserved communities are strongly encouraged to apply.
Disclaimer: KIND is committed to an ethical recruitment and hiring process and maintains a firm “no fees” recruitment policy. We will never charge a fee or ask for money as part of the application process. KIND also conducts all interviews via telephone or video conference, and at no time will KIND engage in a text or mobile app-based application or interview process. For more information, please visit the following website: https://supportkind.org/join-the-team/kind-employment-practices/ .
Nov 27, 2024
Full time
About KIND
Kids in Need of Defense (KIND) is a global leader in the protection of unaccompanied and separated children who are forcibly displaced from their countries of origin. Launched in 2008, KIND champions a world in which every child’s rights and well-being are protected throughout their journey to safety. Building on its extensive programming and successful model in the United States, KIND is expanding in the Americas and Europe to bring its experience to bear in working with unaccompanied and separated children. Our work focuses on addressing the legal and mental health needs of this population; building strong partnerships and engaging in training and capacity strengthening with governments, NGOs, and the private sector; and advocating for systemic and pragmatic reforms to advance the rights of unaccompanied and separated children.
Position Summary
KIND seeks a Staff Attorney to provide expert legal services to unaccompanied children needing legal representation through zealous direct representation as well as pro bono facilitation, including robust consultation, training, and technical assistance to pro bono attorneys who have accepted KIND cases. As needed, supervise Senior Paralegals, Paralegals, interns, and/or other non-attorney staff. The Staff Attorney will report to the Managing Attorney, Newark - Released.
Essential Functions
Provides both mentoring to KIND pro bono attorneys and direct legal representation to KIND clients.
In the pro bono mentoring function, provides robust consultation and technical assistance to pro bono attorneys who have accepted a KIND case.
In the direct representation function, perform ordinary functions of legal counsel including legal research and formulating the legal strategy for the case, conducting client interviews, appearing before immigration and/or state courts or agencies and drafting and filing court pleadings and applications for benefits.
Supervises interns and/or other non-attorney staff as needed including, onboarding, skills training, daily support and coaching, review and quality assurance of filings, regular check-ins and performance evaluations, and provision of consistent and effective supervision and oversight.
Places cases with pro bono attorneys and actively builds relationships between KIND and the pro bono community.
In coordination with KIND’s Training and Technical Assistance Team and the local field office Senior Attorney/s, as needed, helps develop pro bono training resources and local training curriculum, including sample filings and guidance packets; with supervision, presents trainings to pro bono attorneys and community groups.
Contributes to overall office functioning, including actively participating in field office and KIND-wide calls and meetings, field office and KIND-wide committees, and assisting with office events.
Ensures entry of timely, accurate, and detailed case data into KIND’s case management systems.
Represents KIND at local coalitions, courts, and agencies.
Qualifications and Requirements
J.D. and admitted to the local state.
Fluent in English and Spanish.
Minimum of 1 year of experience practicing immigration law, which should include representation of clients in humanitarian immigration claims such as asylum, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, U visas, and T visas.
Minimum of 1 year of experience working with children, preferably immigrant and refugee children, and/or working with vulnerable populations, survivors of abuse, human trafficking, or other trauma.
Experience working with law firm attorneys and/or other legal volunteers if the majority of the caseload is working directly with pro bono attorneys.
Strong record of cultural competence and cross-cultural communication skills.
Excellent written and oral communication skills in English and Spanish.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suites (such as Teams, Excel, etc.).
Ability to work collaboratively and multi-task in our KIND environment, managing numerous priorities and emerging opportunities.
Excellent organizational skills with ability to work on multiple projects in a deadline-oriented environment. Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate as appropriate.
Ability to work effectively with people of diverse backgrounds, lived experiences, and communication styles.
Committed to prioritizing diversity, equity, and inclusion as well as embracing transparency and authenticity in daily work life.
Be disciplined and nimble to ensure delivery on our core mission of access to justice and protection of children’s wellbeing and rights.
Showing the ability to multi-task and work with a sense of urgency in a dynamic, fast paced environment.
Committed to practicing and supporting wellbeing and a work-home life balance.
Experience working and communicating in a remote environment.
$72,122 - $90,153 a year
Our Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance with KIND paying 100% of the employee only portion of the premium for one of the two medical plan options, dental, and vision.
- Pre-tax flexible spending account (FSA) for both medical and dependent care. - Pre-tax transit and parking spending account.
- Employer-paid life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
- Employer-paid short and long-term disability insurance.
For a complete list of benefits, please click here .
Our Focus on Wellness
KIND recognizes that our ability to help our clients starts with helping our team members. KIND has prioritized wellness for employees through Mindfulness and Wellness Trainings, Wellness Platforms, Employee Assistance and Resilience Programs, Time Away and Office Wellness Activities.
For more information regarding our Wellness initiatives please visit this link .
Application Instructions
To be considered for this role, please submit an employment application at supportkind.org/join-the-team , along with your resume and cover letter.
KIND has an organization-wide commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. We strive to create a work environment where everyone has a sense of belonging. Individuals from historically underrepresented or underserved communities are strongly encouraged to apply.
Disclaimer: KIND is committed to an ethical recruitment and hiring process and maintains a firm “no fees” recruitment policy. We will never charge a fee or ask for money as part of the application process. KIND also conducts all interviews via telephone or video conference, and at no time will KIND engage in a text or mobile app-based application or interview process. For more information, please visit the following website: https://supportkind.org/join-the-team/kind-employment-practices/ .
About KIND
Kids in Need of Defense (KIND) is a global leader in the protection of unaccompanied and separated children who are forcibly displaced from their countries of origin. Launched in 2008, KIND champions a world in which every child’s rights and well-being are protected throughout their journey to safety. Building on its extensive programming and successful model in the United States, KIND is expanding in the Americas and Europe to bring its experience to bear in working with unaccompanied and separated children. Our work focuses on addressing the legal and mental health needs of this population; building strong partnerships and engaging in training and capacity strengthening with governments, NGOs, and the private sector; and advocating for systemic and pragmatic reforms to advance the rights of unaccompanied and separated children.
Position Summary
KIND seeks a Staff Attorney to provide expert legal services to unaccompanied children needing legal representation through zealous direct representation as well as pro bono facilitation, including robust consultation, training, and technical assistance to pro bono attorneys who have accepted KIND cases. As needed, supervise Senior Paralegals, Paralegals, interns, and/or other non-attorney staff. The Staff Attorney will report to the Managing Attorney, Newark - Released.
Essential Functions
Provides both mentoring to KIND pro bono attorneys and direct legal representation to KIND clients.
In the pro bono mentoring function, provides robust consultation and technical assistance to pro bono attorneys who have accepted a KIND case.
In the direct representation function, perform ordinary functions of legal counsel including legal research and formulating the legal strategy for the case, conducting client interviews, appearing before immigration and/or state courts or agencies and drafting and filing court pleadings and applications for benefits.
Supervises interns and/or other non-attorney staff as needed including, onboarding, skills training, daily support and coaching, review and quality assurance of filings, regular check-ins and performance evaluations, and provision of consistent and effective supervision and oversight.
Places cases with pro bono attorneys and actively builds relationships between KIND and the pro bono community.
In coordination with KIND’s Training and Technical Assistance Team and the local field office Senior Attorney/s, as needed, helps develop pro bono training resources and local training curriculum, including sample filings and guidance packets; with supervision, presents trainings to pro bono attorneys and community groups.
Contributes to overall office functioning, including actively participating in field office and KIND-wide calls and meetings, field office and KIND-wide committees, and assisting with office events.
Ensures entry of timely, accurate, and detailed case data into KIND’s case management systems.
Represents KIND at local coalitions, courts, and agencies.
Qualifications and Requirements
J.D. and admitted to the local state.
Fluent in English and Spanish.
Minimum of 1 year of experience practicing immigration law, which should include representation of clients in humanitarian immigration claims such as asylum, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, U visas, and T visas.
Minimum of 1 year of experience working with children, preferably immigrant and refugee children, and/or working with vulnerable populations, survivors of abuse, human trafficking, or other trauma.
Experience working with law firm attorneys and/or other legal volunteers if the majority of the caseload is working directly with pro bono attorneys.
Strong record of cultural competence and cross-cultural communication skills.
Excellent written and oral communication skills in English and Spanish.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suites (such as Teams, Excel, etc.).
Ability to work collaboratively and multi-task in our KIND environment, managing numerous priorities and emerging opportunities.
Excellent organizational skills with ability to work on multiple projects in a deadline-oriented environment. Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate as appropriate.
Ability to work effectively with people of diverse backgrounds, lived experiences, and communication styles.
Committed to prioritizing diversity, equity, and inclusion as well as embracing transparency and authenticity in daily work life.
Be disciplined and nimble to ensure delivery on our core mission of access to justice and protection of children’s wellbeing and rights.
Showing the ability to multi-task and work with a sense of urgency in a dynamic, fast paced environment.
Committed to practicing and supporting wellbeing and a work-home life balance.
Experience working and communicating in a remote environment.
$72,122 - $90,153 a year
Our Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance with KIND paying 100% of the employee only portion of the premium for one of the two medical plan options, dental, and vision.
Pre-tax flexible spending account (FSA) for both medical and dependent care.
Pre-tax transit and parking spending account.
Employer-paid life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment insurance. - Employer-paid short and long-term disability insurance.
For a complete list of benefits, please click here .
Our Focus on Wellness
KIND recognizes that our ability to help our clients starts with helping our team members. KIND has prioritized wellness for employees through Mindfulness and Wellness Trainings, Wellness Platforms, Employee Assistance and Resilience Programs, Time Away and Office Wellness Activities.
For more information regarding our Wellness initiatives please visit this link .
Application Instructions
To be considered for this role, please submit an employment application at supportkind.org/join-the-team , along with your resume and cover letter. KIND has an organization-wide commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. We strive to create a work environment where everyone has a sense of belonging. Individuals from historically underrepresented or underserved communities are strongly encouraged to apply.
Disclaimer: KIND is committed to an ethical recruitment and hiring process and maintains a firm “no fees” recruitment policy. We will never charge a fee or ask for money as part of the application process.
KIND also conducts all interviews via telephone or video conference, and at no time will KIND engage in a text or mobile app-based application or interview process. For more information, please visit the following website: https://supportkind.org/join-the-team/kind-employment-practices/ .
Nov 27, 2024
Full time
About KIND
Kids in Need of Defense (KIND) is a global leader in the protection of unaccompanied and separated children who are forcibly displaced from their countries of origin. Launched in 2008, KIND champions a world in which every child’s rights and well-being are protected throughout their journey to safety. Building on its extensive programming and successful model in the United States, KIND is expanding in the Americas and Europe to bring its experience to bear in working with unaccompanied and separated children. Our work focuses on addressing the legal and mental health needs of this population; building strong partnerships and engaging in training and capacity strengthening with governments, NGOs, and the private sector; and advocating for systemic and pragmatic reforms to advance the rights of unaccompanied and separated children.
Position Summary
KIND seeks a Staff Attorney to provide expert legal services to unaccompanied children needing legal representation through zealous direct representation as well as pro bono facilitation, including robust consultation, training, and technical assistance to pro bono attorneys who have accepted KIND cases. As needed, supervise Senior Paralegals, Paralegals, interns, and/or other non-attorney staff. The Staff Attorney will report to the Managing Attorney, Newark - Released.
Essential Functions
Provides both mentoring to KIND pro bono attorneys and direct legal representation to KIND clients.
In the pro bono mentoring function, provides robust consultation and technical assistance to pro bono attorneys who have accepted a KIND case.
In the direct representation function, perform ordinary functions of legal counsel including legal research and formulating the legal strategy for the case, conducting client interviews, appearing before immigration and/or state courts or agencies and drafting and filing court pleadings and applications for benefits.
Supervises interns and/or other non-attorney staff as needed including, onboarding, skills training, daily support and coaching, review and quality assurance of filings, regular check-ins and performance evaluations, and provision of consistent and effective supervision and oversight.
Places cases with pro bono attorneys and actively builds relationships between KIND and the pro bono community.
In coordination with KIND’s Training and Technical Assistance Team and the local field office Senior Attorney/s, as needed, helps develop pro bono training resources and local training curriculum, including sample filings and guidance packets; with supervision, presents trainings to pro bono attorneys and community groups.
Contributes to overall office functioning, including actively participating in field office and KIND-wide calls and meetings, field office and KIND-wide committees, and assisting with office events.
Ensures entry of timely, accurate, and detailed case data into KIND’s case management systems.
Represents KIND at local coalitions, courts, and agencies.
Qualifications and Requirements
J.D. and admitted to the local state.
Fluent in English and Spanish.
Minimum of 1 year of experience practicing immigration law, which should include representation of clients in humanitarian immigration claims such as asylum, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, U visas, and T visas.
Minimum of 1 year of experience working with children, preferably immigrant and refugee children, and/or working with vulnerable populations, survivors of abuse, human trafficking, or other trauma.
Experience working with law firm attorneys and/or other legal volunteers if the majority of the caseload is working directly with pro bono attorneys.
Strong record of cultural competence and cross-cultural communication skills.
Excellent written and oral communication skills in English and Spanish.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suites (such as Teams, Excel, etc.).
Ability to work collaboratively and multi-task in our KIND environment, managing numerous priorities and emerging opportunities.
Excellent organizational skills with ability to work on multiple projects in a deadline-oriented environment. Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate as appropriate.
Ability to work effectively with people of diverse backgrounds, lived experiences, and communication styles.
Committed to prioritizing diversity, equity, and inclusion as well as embracing transparency and authenticity in daily work life.
Be disciplined and nimble to ensure delivery on our core mission of access to justice and protection of children’s wellbeing and rights.
Showing the ability to multi-task and work with a sense of urgency in a dynamic, fast paced environment.
Committed to practicing and supporting wellbeing and a work-home life balance.
Experience working and communicating in a remote environment.
$72,122 - $90,153 a year
Our Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance with KIND paying 100% of the employee only portion of the premium for one of the two medical plan options, dental, and vision.
Pre-tax flexible spending account (FSA) for both medical and dependent care.
Pre-tax transit and parking spending account.
Employer-paid life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment insurance. - Employer-paid short and long-term disability insurance.
For a complete list of benefits, please click here .
Our Focus on Wellness
KIND recognizes that our ability to help our clients starts with helping our team members. KIND has prioritized wellness for employees through Mindfulness and Wellness Trainings, Wellness Platforms, Employee Assistance and Resilience Programs, Time Away and Office Wellness Activities.
For more information regarding our Wellness initiatives please visit this link .
Application Instructions
To be considered for this role, please submit an employment application at supportkind.org/join-the-team , along with your resume and cover letter. KIND has an organization-wide commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. We strive to create a work environment where everyone has a sense of belonging. Individuals from historically underrepresented or underserved communities are strongly encouraged to apply.
Disclaimer: KIND is committed to an ethical recruitment and hiring process and maintains a firm “no fees” recruitment policy. We will never charge a fee or ask for money as part of the application process.
KIND also conducts all interviews via telephone or video conference, and at no time will KIND engage in a text or mobile app-based application or interview process. For more information, please visit the following website: https://supportkind.org/join-the-team/kind-employment-practices/ .
Legal Aid Services of Oregon (LASO) seeks clerks and/or externs for Summer 2025. Background LASO is a non-profit organization that represents low-income clients in civil cases. LASO’s eight regional offices serve the general low-income population throughout the state and two specialized statewide programs provide services to farmworkers and representation on Native American issues. LASO is an effective, high-quality legal services program that is committed to advocacy strategies having the broadest possible impact on client community problems. LASO is actively working to build an inclusive organizational culture that centers on racial equity. LASO is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a welcoming and culturally responsive environment for our staff and clients. Positions LASO is seeking law clerks for summer 2025. General clerkship positions are available in our regional offices in Albany, Pendleton, Portland, Roseburg, and Salem. LASO also offers the following additional clerkship opportunities: Farmworker Program clerkships are available in Salem and Hillsboro. Statewide Tax Clinic clerkships are available in Portland. For the full Farmworker Program and Statewide Tax Clinic clerkship descriptions, please visit LASO’s employment page: https://lasoregon.org/employment/. The typical work schedule is based on a 35-hour work week, Monday through Friday 9:00-5:00 with a one-hour lunch break. Work location can be in-office or partially remote. Extended remote and flexible work schedules may be considered on a case-by-case basis. Type of Legal Work Clerkships in the regional offices (including Albany, Pendleton, Portland, Roseburg, and Salem) will have an emphasis on domestic violence, family law, housing, and/or public benefits, depending on office need and the interests of the clerk, all within a framework of providing trauma-informed care. Under the supervision of staff attorneys, law clerks will work on many aspects of client services, which could include:
Conducting trauma-informed client intake and interviews, including staffing various subject-specific intake shifts and hotlines;
Providing information and brief advice to potential clients;
Providing litigation support;
Document drafting;
Legal research and writing; and
As eligible: Represent clients as certified law students in protective order hearings and administrative hearings.
Qualifications Class standing of 1L or above at time of application. Proven interest in and commitment to advocacy for the legal rights of low-income and other vulnerable populations. Enthusiasm, creativity, good judgment, initiative, and willingness to work collaboratively. Demonstrated understanding and commitment to anti-bias principles, cultural competency and addressing systemic racism and other forms of oppression. LASO has a hiring preference for bilingual candidates who speak English and Spanish or another language. Funding Law clerks will be paid a salary of $7000 for 10 weeks of work, with an additional $50 per week for bilingual ability in language(s) that serve our client communities. Clerks will be paid semimonthly. LASO will also coordinate with fellowship programs. Closing Date Positions open until filled. Review of resumes to begin November 25, 2024, and will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Only if there are still positions available, LASO will interview at the Northwest Public Service Career Fair. To apply there, see instructions here: https://law.lclark.edu/nwconsortium/nw-public-service-career-fair/. Materials are due there by January 9, 2025 at 8 a.m. To Apply To apply, submit a resume and cover letter, which includes your response to the supplemental question below. Please also note if you are bilingual in Spanish and/or another language and describe your level of competency. Submit a copy of your application materials to all offices in which you are interested in working: Albany: albanyjobs@lasoregon.org Attn: Alivia Stretch, Regional Director Pendleton: pendletonjobs@lasoregon.org Attn: Joe MacNeille, Regional Director Portland: projobs@lasoregon.org Attn: Emily Brown Sitnick, Regional Director Roseburg: rosejobs@lasoregon.org Attn: Joan Marie Michelsen, Regional Director Salem: salemjobs@lasoregon.org Attn: Kelsey Tope, Regional Director If you require reasonable accommodation for a disability during the application/hiring process, please contact Meghan Collins, Director of Administration, at Meghan.Collins@lasoregon.org. Supplemental question Please provide a written response to the following question and submit it as part of your application materials. Limit response to 500 words. LASO is committed to achieving justice for the low-income communities of Oregon. Our client communities include people of color, farmworkers, LGBTQ+ people, immigrants, seniors, people with lived experiences of homelessness, veterans, people with disabilities, and people from other underrepresented groups. It is essential to our mission that we also work to create an inclusive and respectful workplace environment in which differences are acknowledged and valued. How do you think your personal background or experiences, professional or otherwise, have prepared you to: (1) serve our diverse client communities effectively, (2) work effectively with colleagues from backgrounds different than your own, (3) acknowledge the systemic barriers that our clients face, and (4) contribute to our efforts to achieve racial justice? Feel free to provide examples and apply various aspects of your life and personal experiences in your response. We celebrate diversity LASO is committed to being an organization that reflects the communities we serve and is diverse in race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, national origin, or sensory, mental and physical abilities, work background, experience and education. We believe that the outcome of such diversity is our greatest strength and a matter of basic human fairness. It is to this end that we strongly encourage applications from people of color and people from any other underrepresented and historically marginalized group to apply for this position.
Nov 04, 2024
Seasonal
Legal Aid Services of Oregon (LASO) seeks clerks and/or externs for Summer 2025. Background LASO is a non-profit organization that represents low-income clients in civil cases. LASO’s eight regional offices serve the general low-income population throughout the state and two specialized statewide programs provide services to farmworkers and representation on Native American issues. LASO is an effective, high-quality legal services program that is committed to advocacy strategies having the broadest possible impact on client community problems. LASO is actively working to build an inclusive organizational culture that centers on racial equity. LASO is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a welcoming and culturally responsive environment for our staff and clients. Positions LASO is seeking law clerks for summer 2025. General clerkship positions are available in our regional offices in Albany, Pendleton, Portland, Roseburg, and Salem. LASO also offers the following additional clerkship opportunities: Farmworker Program clerkships are available in Salem and Hillsboro. Statewide Tax Clinic clerkships are available in Portland. For the full Farmworker Program and Statewide Tax Clinic clerkship descriptions, please visit LASO’s employment page: https://lasoregon.org/employment/. The typical work schedule is based on a 35-hour work week, Monday through Friday 9:00-5:00 with a one-hour lunch break. Work location can be in-office or partially remote. Extended remote and flexible work schedules may be considered on a case-by-case basis. Type of Legal Work Clerkships in the regional offices (including Albany, Pendleton, Portland, Roseburg, and Salem) will have an emphasis on domestic violence, family law, housing, and/or public benefits, depending on office need and the interests of the clerk, all within a framework of providing trauma-informed care. Under the supervision of staff attorneys, law clerks will work on many aspects of client services, which could include:
Conducting trauma-informed client intake and interviews, including staffing various subject-specific intake shifts and hotlines;
Providing information and brief advice to potential clients;
Providing litigation support;
Document drafting;
Legal research and writing; and
As eligible: Represent clients as certified law students in protective order hearings and administrative hearings.
Qualifications Class standing of 1L or above at time of application. Proven interest in and commitment to advocacy for the legal rights of low-income and other vulnerable populations. Enthusiasm, creativity, good judgment, initiative, and willingness to work collaboratively. Demonstrated understanding and commitment to anti-bias principles, cultural competency and addressing systemic racism and other forms of oppression. LASO has a hiring preference for bilingual candidates who speak English and Spanish or another language. Funding Law clerks will be paid a salary of $7000 for 10 weeks of work, with an additional $50 per week for bilingual ability in language(s) that serve our client communities. Clerks will be paid semimonthly. LASO will also coordinate with fellowship programs. Closing Date Positions open until filled. Review of resumes to begin November 25, 2024, and will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Only if there are still positions available, LASO will interview at the Northwest Public Service Career Fair. To apply there, see instructions here: https://law.lclark.edu/nwconsortium/nw-public-service-career-fair/. Materials are due there by January 9, 2025 at 8 a.m. To Apply To apply, submit a resume and cover letter, which includes your response to the supplemental question below. Please also note if you are bilingual in Spanish and/or another language and describe your level of competency. Submit a copy of your application materials to all offices in which you are interested in working: Albany: albanyjobs@lasoregon.org Attn: Alivia Stretch, Regional Director Pendleton: pendletonjobs@lasoregon.org Attn: Joe MacNeille, Regional Director Portland: projobs@lasoregon.org Attn: Emily Brown Sitnick, Regional Director Roseburg: rosejobs@lasoregon.org Attn: Joan Marie Michelsen, Regional Director Salem: salemjobs@lasoregon.org Attn: Kelsey Tope, Regional Director If you require reasonable accommodation for a disability during the application/hiring process, please contact Meghan Collins, Director of Administration, at Meghan.Collins@lasoregon.org. Supplemental question Please provide a written response to the following question and submit it as part of your application materials. Limit response to 500 words. LASO is committed to achieving justice for the low-income communities of Oregon. Our client communities include people of color, farmworkers, LGBTQ+ people, immigrants, seniors, people with lived experiences of homelessness, veterans, people with disabilities, and people from other underrepresented groups. It is essential to our mission that we also work to create an inclusive and respectful workplace environment in which differences are acknowledged and valued. How do you think your personal background or experiences, professional or otherwise, have prepared you to: (1) serve our diverse client communities effectively, (2) work effectively with colleagues from backgrounds different than your own, (3) acknowledge the systemic barriers that our clients face, and (4) contribute to our efforts to achieve racial justice? Feel free to provide examples and apply various aspects of your life and personal experiences in your response. We celebrate diversity LASO is committed to being an organization that reflects the communities we serve and is diverse in race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, national origin, or sensory, mental and physical abilities, work background, experience and education. We believe that the outcome of such diversity is our greatest strength and a matter of basic human fairness. It is to this end that we strongly encourage applications from people of color and people from any other underrepresented and historically marginalized group to apply for this position.
Illinois Department of Human Services
Chicago, Il.
Location: Chicago, IL, US, 60607
Job Requisition ID: 41868
Agency: Department of Human Services Class Title: PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR - 37015 Skill Option: Special License - Illinois Law License Closing Date/Time: 11/08/2024 Salary: Anticipated Salary: $8,700 - $9,500 per month ($104,400 - $114,000 per year) Job Type: Salaried Category: Full Time County: Cook Number of Vacancies: 1 Plan/BU: None
****************A RESUME IS REQUIRED FOR THIS JOB POSTING****************
Posting Identification Number 41868
Position Overview
The Office of General Counsel is seeking to hire a dynamic, organized, detail-oriented licensed attorney in Illinois to serve as an Assistant General Counsel. The Assistant General Counsel will conduct investigations of forms of discrimination, harassment, retaliation, sexual harassment, workplace violence, and other matters under the jurisdiction of the Bureau of Civil Affairs. The Assistant General Counsel serves as a supervisor, assigning and reviewing work, as well as providing guidance to staff.
Essential Functions
Serves as an Assistant General Counsel for Civil Affairs.
Assists in developing and implementing DHS policy, which sets objectives or states principles to control actions for compliance with Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)/Affirmative Action (AA) objectives in DHS.
Serves as full-line supervisor.
Assists in directing, coordinating, and reviewing the preparation of required statistical and narrative reports for the Department in accordance with State and Federal rules and regulations.
Monitors the investigation of discrimination and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) complaints filed against the Department, as well as 504 complaints.
Conducts high level independent research and prepares reports for the Deputy General Counsel, regarding EEO/AA issues and compliance.
Performs other duties as assigned or required which are reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated above.
Minimum Qualifications
Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years college.
Requires the possession of a license to practice law in Illinois.
Requires three (3) years professional experience in the practice of law.
Preferred Qualifications
Three (3) years of professional experience conducting investigations and drafting investigation reports.
Three (3) years of professional experience writing reports, ensuring detailed and critical analysis of work performed.
Two (2) years of professional supervisory experience assigning work, reviewing subordinates’ work product, providing guidance to subordinates, training staff, and preparing and signing performance evaluations.
Two (2) years of professional experience meeting deadlines with strong attention to detail and the ability to use critical thinking skills while multi-tasking multiple projects.
Two (2) years of professional experience in the area of administrative law, including administrative hearings (such as fact-finding conferences held by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission or the Illinois Department of Human Rights).
Two (2) years of professional experience using nondiscrimination and civil rights statute principles and practices.
Conditions of Employment
Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate.
*All conditions of employment listed are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
Work Hours: Mon - Fri, 8:30am - 5:00pm; 1 hour lunch, Flex Schedule Available Work Location: 401 S Clinton St, Chicago, Illinois, 60607 Office of General Counsel
Division of Compliance
Civil Affairs/Upstate
Agency Contact: DHS.HiringUnit@Illinois.gov Posting Group: Leadership & Management; Legal, Audit & Compliance; Social Services
About the Agency
The Illinois Department of Human Services serves families in need across Illinois. Our mission is providing equitable access to social services, supports, programs and resources to enhance the lives of all who we serve. We are committed to the core values of Human Dignity, Equity, Community, Urgency, Transparency and Kindness.
As a State of Illinois Employee, you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following:
A Pension Program
Competitive Group Insurance Benefits including Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance
3 Paid Personal Business Days annually
12 Paid Sick Days annually (Sick days carry over from year to year)
10-25 Days of Paid Vacation time annually - (10 days in year one of employment)
Personal, Sick, & Vacation rates modified for 12-hour & part-time work schedules (as applicable)
13 Paid Holidays annually, 14 on even numbered years
Flexible Work Schedules (when available dependent upon position)
12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave
Deferred Compensation Program - A supplemental retirement plan
Optional Pre-Tax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP), Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP)
Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility
GI Bill® Training/Apprenticeship Benefits eligibility for qualifying Veterans
5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions
Commuter Savings Program (Chicago only)
For more information about our benefits please follow this link: https://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx
The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your “junk mail”, “spam”, or “other” folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). You may receive emails from the following addresses:
donotreply@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
systems@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
Must apply through external site: Assistant General Counsel Job Details | State of Illinois
Oct 25, 2024
Full time
Location: Chicago, IL, US, 60607
Job Requisition ID: 41868
Agency: Department of Human Services Class Title: PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR - 37015 Skill Option: Special License - Illinois Law License Closing Date/Time: 11/08/2024 Salary: Anticipated Salary: $8,700 - $9,500 per month ($104,400 - $114,000 per year) Job Type: Salaried Category: Full Time County: Cook Number of Vacancies: 1 Plan/BU: None
****************A RESUME IS REQUIRED FOR THIS JOB POSTING****************
Posting Identification Number 41868
Position Overview
The Office of General Counsel is seeking to hire a dynamic, organized, detail-oriented licensed attorney in Illinois to serve as an Assistant General Counsel. The Assistant General Counsel will conduct investigations of forms of discrimination, harassment, retaliation, sexual harassment, workplace violence, and other matters under the jurisdiction of the Bureau of Civil Affairs. The Assistant General Counsel serves as a supervisor, assigning and reviewing work, as well as providing guidance to staff.
Essential Functions
Serves as an Assistant General Counsel for Civil Affairs.
Assists in developing and implementing DHS policy, which sets objectives or states principles to control actions for compliance with Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)/Affirmative Action (AA) objectives in DHS.
Serves as full-line supervisor.
Assists in directing, coordinating, and reviewing the preparation of required statistical and narrative reports for the Department in accordance with State and Federal rules and regulations.
Monitors the investigation of discrimination and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) complaints filed against the Department, as well as 504 complaints.
Conducts high level independent research and prepares reports for the Deputy General Counsel, regarding EEO/AA issues and compliance.
Performs other duties as assigned or required which are reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated above.
Minimum Qualifications
Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years college.
Requires the possession of a license to practice law in Illinois.
Requires three (3) years professional experience in the practice of law.
Preferred Qualifications
Three (3) years of professional experience conducting investigations and drafting investigation reports.
Three (3) years of professional experience writing reports, ensuring detailed and critical analysis of work performed.
Two (2) years of professional supervisory experience assigning work, reviewing subordinates’ work product, providing guidance to subordinates, training staff, and preparing and signing performance evaluations.
Two (2) years of professional experience meeting deadlines with strong attention to detail and the ability to use critical thinking skills while multi-tasking multiple projects.
Two (2) years of professional experience in the area of administrative law, including administrative hearings (such as fact-finding conferences held by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission or the Illinois Department of Human Rights).
Two (2) years of professional experience using nondiscrimination and civil rights statute principles and practices.
Conditions of Employment
Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate.
*All conditions of employment listed are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
Work Hours: Mon - Fri, 8:30am - 5:00pm; 1 hour lunch, Flex Schedule Available Work Location: 401 S Clinton St, Chicago, Illinois, 60607 Office of General Counsel
Division of Compliance
Civil Affairs/Upstate
Agency Contact: DHS.HiringUnit@Illinois.gov Posting Group: Leadership & Management; Legal, Audit & Compliance; Social Services
About the Agency
The Illinois Department of Human Services serves families in need across Illinois. Our mission is providing equitable access to social services, supports, programs and resources to enhance the lives of all who we serve. We are committed to the core values of Human Dignity, Equity, Community, Urgency, Transparency and Kindness.
As a State of Illinois Employee, you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following:
A Pension Program
Competitive Group Insurance Benefits including Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance
3 Paid Personal Business Days annually
12 Paid Sick Days annually (Sick days carry over from year to year)
10-25 Days of Paid Vacation time annually - (10 days in year one of employment)
Personal, Sick, & Vacation rates modified for 12-hour & part-time work schedules (as applicable)
13 Paid Holidays annually, 14 on even numbered years
Flexible Work Schedules (when available dependent upon position)
12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave
Deferred Compensation Program - A supplemental retirement plan
Optional Pre-Tax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP), Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP)
Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility
GI Bill® Training/Apprenticeship Benefits eligibility for qualifying Veterans
5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions
Commuter Savings Program (Chicago only)
For more information about our benefits please follow this link: https://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx
The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your “junk mail”, “spam”, or “other” folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). You may receive emails from the following addresses:
donotreply@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
systems@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
Must apply through external site: Assistant General Counsel Job Details | State of Illinois
Sexual Assault Training Program and Compliance Coordinator (Rathgeber Village Campus)
SAFE Alliance seeks a Sexual Assault Training Program and Compliance Coordinator for the Administrations Program in the Human Resources, Training & Volunteer Services Department. The Sexual Assault Training Program & Compliance Coordinator is responsible for ensuring the completion of all training and related compliance activities. This includes maintaining the integrity of the training curricula and delivery methods, documenting completion of all required training/continuing education (CE) for each staff, facilitating materials as needed, and monitoring/communicating all training/CE compliance needs.
SAFE Alliance:
The SAFE Alliance exists to stop abuse for everyone by serving the survivors of child abuse, sexual assault and exploitation, and domestic violence. We are dedicated to ending violence through prevention, advocacy, and comprehensive services for individuals, families, and communities that have been affected by abuse.
In the past two years, our community outreach and education has provided over 400 trainings to over 7,000 community members. Our various housing and shelter programs have provided over 46,000 nights/days of care and served over 3,000 youth and adults directly affected by abuse. We have provided over 10,000 callers/chats/texts, walk-in advocacy and crisis interventions or face-to-face emotional support through our 24/7 confidential SAFEline.
No matter what your role at SAFE Alliance you will make a difference, because together we can Stop Abuse For Everyone.
Position Details:
We are looking for one person to work on a full-time, exempt basis for an annual salary of $47,000 to $51,000 dependent upon experience and an additional annual language differential of $3,600 for those who are English/Spanish bilingual. The work location will be based at our Rathgeber Village Campus in the Mueller area. This position will include some travel in the community or between campuses and will allow for some remote/hybrid work. The position requires the ability to moderate a 40-hour SATP that is held 6 times annually for volunteers and staff; 3 times during business hours and 3 times during evening hours 5pm to 9pm.
Perks and Benefits of Working at SAFE Alliance*:
Employee Only: Health insurance, short-term disability, and life insurance are employer paid with an option to purchase additional dependent coverage.
Eligibility for Paid time off accruals of up to 15 days a year prorated based on hire date and hours worked.
8 standard paid holidays throughout the year.
Depending on your date of hire, up to 4 Personal Holidays are granted to use at your preference throughout the year.
A comprehensive voluntary benefits plan that includes dental, vision, flexible spending, and various insurance programs including pet insurance.
403(b) retirement plan with an ability to contribute immediately. You can earn an employer match of 100% up to 1% of your pay and a discretionary contribution of 2% of your pay whether you contribute to the Plan, after one year of eligible service.
SAFE Alliance benefit plans are effective the first day of the month following thirty days of continuous employment.
*Benefit plans and benefit start dates are prorated based on date of hire and hours worked. Eligibility in employer paid benefits, paid time off and holidays are dependent upon full-time employment status and/or hours worked and may be subject to change.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in Communications, Human Services, Social Work, Training and Development, or other related field.
Minimum of two years' experience in either staff or volunteer management, including direct volunteer services, training, or human resources.
Experience in the nonprofit sector preferred.
Knowledge of issues related to gender-based violence, child abuse, sexual assault and domestic violence required.
Direct service experience with serving survivors of violence preferred.
Demonstrated experience in training or education, public speaking, and effective communication to small and large groups.
Demonstrated experience in creating written and visual educational materials using the Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe, or similar.
Strong degree of comfort with learning and adapting to new technology and staff database management systems.
Has sufficient personal maturity and stability to handle traumatic information inherent in this work, ability to recognize and seek out support for secondary trauma when needed and to rebound from setbacks and adversity when facing difficult situations.
Those fully bilingual in English and Spanish with the ability to communicate clearly and accurately to convey information using both languages, both verbally and in writing are preferred.
Be capable of sitting and standing for extended periods of time.
Occasional exposure to adverse working conditions, including the performance of work in cramped and/or awkward positions, and exposure to safety hazards, loud noise, traffic, and inclement weather conditions is possible.
With reasonable accommodation, this position requires:
The manual dexterity to sufficiently operate phones, computers, and other office equipment
Ability to clearly and accurately communicate to convey information using the English language, both verbally and in writing
Possess visual acuity capable of drafting, editing, reviewing, and/or comprehending materials in a standard typeface size 10 font or above
Be physically able to lift and move up to 30 lbs.
This position requires driving and the ability to travel between our two campuses to provide multiple training/CE opportunities, including during occasional evening and weekend hours.
This position requires driving. You must have a valid, State of Texas Driver's License (If in possession of an out-of-state license, obtain a State of Texas Driver's License within 90 days of beginning employment.) AND at least three (3) consecutive years of driving experience OR one (1) year of driving experience if over 27 years of age AND an acceptable driving record that covers at least the last three years of driver history.
This position requires completion of the 40-Hour Office of Attorney General Sexual Assault Advocacy Training Program in person within six (6) months of starting employment, along with participating in annual continuing education throughout your employment.
Pass all required criminal history background checks (including an FBI fingerprint check if applicable), as well as a pre-employment drug screen and TB test, if applicable.
All employees are required to comply with policies regarding COVID-19, which may be subject to change. COVID vaccines are still highly recommended, and we encourage employees to get vaccinated if they are able.
Application Information and Instructions:
We do NOT accept applications or resumes via email.
Applications will be accepted until positions are filled. You will be contacted via email regarding the status of your application whether you have been selected or not to move forward in the process.
All new employees regardless of status will be required to start their employment on either the 1st or 16th of the month. If the 1st or 16th falls on a Saturday or Sunday, the start date will be moved to Friday or Monday, respectively.
All employees will be required to attend a three-day new employee orientation that is held both in-person and virtually the first three business days of the month.
Oct 17, 2024
Full time
Sexual Assault Training Program and Compliance Coordinator (Rathgeber Village Campus)
SAFE Alliance seeks a Sexual Assault Training Program and Compliance Coordinator for the Administrations Program in the Human Resources, Training & Volunteer Services Department. The Sexual Assault Training Program & Compliance Coordinator is responsible for ensuring the completion of all training and related compliance activities. This includes maintaining the integrity of the training curricula and delivery methods, documenting completion of all required training/continuing education (CE) for each staff, facilitating materials as needed, and monitoring/communicating all training/CE compliance needs.
SAFE Alliance:
The SAFE Alliance exists to stop abuse for everyone by serving the survivors of child abuse, sexual assault and exploitation, and domestic violence. We are dedicated to ending violence through prevention, advocacy, and comprehensive services for individuals, families, and communities that have been affected by abuse.
In the past two years, our community outreach and education has provided over 400 trainings to over 7,000 community members. Our various housing and shelter programs have provided over 46,000 nights/days of care and served over 3,000 youth and adults directly affected by abuse. We have provided over 10,000 callers/chats/texts, walk-in advocacy and crisis interventions or face-to-face emotional support through our 24/7 confidential SAFEline.
No matter what your role at SAFE Alliance you will make a difference, because together we can Stop Abuse For Everyone.
Position Details:
We are looking for one person to work on a full-time, exempt basis for an annual salary of $47,000 to $51,000 dependent upon experience and an additional annual language differential of $3,600 for those who are English/Spanish bilingual. The work location will be based at our Rathgeber Village Campus in the Mueller area. This position will include some travel in the community or between campuses and will allow for some remote/hybrid work. The position requires the ability to moderate a 40-hour SATP that is held 6 times annually for volunteers and staff; 3 times during business hours and 3 times during evening hours 5pm to 9pm.
Perks and Benefits of Working at SAFE Alliance*:
Employee Only: Health insurance, short-term disability, and life insurance are employer paid with an option to purchase additional dependent coverage.
Eligibility for Paid time off accruals of up to 15 days a year prorated based on hire date and hours worked.
8 standard paid holidays throughout the year.
Depending on your date of hire, up to 4 Personal Holidays are granted to use at your preference throughout the year.
A comprehensive voluntary benefits plan that includes dental, vision, flexible spending, and various insurance programs including pet insurance.
403(b) retirement plan with an ability to contribute immediately. You can earn an employer match of 100% up to 1% of your pay and a discretionary contribution of 2% of your pay whether you contribute to the Plan, after one year of eligible service.
SAFE Alliance benefit plans are effective the first day of the month following thirty days of continuous employment.
*Benefit plans and benefit start dates are prorated based on date of hire and hours worked. Eligibility in employer paid benefits, paid time off and holidays are dependent upon full-time employment status and/or hours worked and may be subject to change.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in Communications, Human Services, Social Work, Training and Development, or other related field.
Minimum of two years' experience in either staff or volunteer management, including direct volunteer services, training, or human resources.
Experience in the nonprofit sector preferred.
Knowledge of issues related to gender-based violence, child abuse, sexual assault and domestic violence required.
Direct service experience with serving survivors of violence preferred.
Demonstrated experience in training or education, public speaking, and effective communication to small and large groups.
Demonstrated experience in creating written and visual educational materials using the Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe, or similar.
Strong degree of comfort with learning and adapting to new technology and staff database management systems.
Has sufficient personal maturity and stability to handle traumatic information inherent in this work, ability to recognize and seek out support for secondary trauma when needed and to rebound from setbacks and adversity when facing difficult situations.
Those fully bilingual in English and Spanish with the ability to communicate clearly and accurately to convey information using both languages, both verbally and in writing are preferred.
Be capable of sitting and standing for extended periods of time.
Occasional exposure to adverse working conditions, including the performance of work in cramped and/or awkward positions, and exposure to safety hazards, loud noise, traffic, and inclement weather conditions is possible.
With reasonable accommodation, this position requires:
The manual dexterity to sufficiently operate phones, computers, and other office equipment
Ability to clearly and accurately communicate to convey information using the English language, both verbally and in writing
Possess visual acuity capable of drafting, editing, reviewing, and/or comprehending materials in a standard typeface size 10 font or above
Be physically able to lift and move up to 30 lbs.
This position requires driving and the ability to travel between our two campuses to provide multiple training/CE opportunities, including during occasional evening and weekend hours.
This position requires driving. You must have a valid, State of Texas Driver's License (If in possession of an out-of-state license, obtain a State of Texas Driver's License within 90 days of beginning employment.) AND at least three (3) consecutive years of driving experience OR one (1) year of driving experience if over 27 years of age AND an acceptable driving record that covers at least the last three years of driver history.
This position requires completion of the 40-Hour Office of Attorney General Sexual Assault Advocacy Training Program in person within six (6) months of starting employment, along with participating in annual continuing education throughout your employment.
Pass all required criminal history background checks (including an FBI fingerprint check if applicable), as well as a pre-employment drug screen and TB test, if applicable.
All employees are required to comply with policies regarding COVID-19, which may be subject to change. COVID vaccines are still highly recommended, and we encourage employees to get vaccinated if they are able.
Application Information and Instructions:
We do NOT accept applications or resumes via email.
Applications will be accepted until positions are filled. You will be contacted via email regarding the status of your application whether you have been selected or not to move forward in the process.
All new employees regardless of status will be required to start their employment on either the 1st or 16th of the month. If the 1st or 16th falls on a Saturday or Sunday, the start date will be moved to Friday or Monday, respectively.
All employees will be required to attend a three-day new employee orientation that is held both in-person and virtually the first three business days of the month.
Multnomah County Dept. of Community Justice
1401 NE 68th Ave, Portland OR 97213
The Multnomah County Department of Community Justice (DCJ) is seeking a Senior Manager for the Juvenile Services Division (JSD). This Senior Manager provides administration, oversight, planning and evaluation of JSD’s 64-bed regional detention facility and 16-bed Behavior Rehabilitation Services (BRS) Assessment & Evaluation (A&E) residential program. This advanced level, professional position reports directly to the JSD Director and is responsible for ensuring the safe and secure operation of Detention and the A&E Program, including strict adherence to laws, regulations and best practices.
In this role, you will plan, organize, manage, and administer operations of the juvenile detention facility and the Assessment & Evaluation (A&E) residential program. You will develop and implement programming and strategic planning; implement and assist in the development of policies, procedures, and business practices; evaluate goals, objectives, priorities, and activities to improve performance and outcomes for youth and staff; recommend and establish administrative controls and improvements to ensure safety and security; develop procedures to implement new and/or changing regulatory requirements; serve as a member of the DCJ Senior Leadership Team and the JSD Juvenile Leadership Team, and as the leader of the Detention Leadership Team.
You will direct and approve through subordinate managers the planning, prioritizing, assigning, supervising, training, and review of the work of a diverse workforce by serving as a resource, providing direction, guidance, and leadership to staff and subordinate managers; advising subordinate managers on complex and sensitive concerns and issues; responding to and resolving confidential and sensitive inquiries; investigating complaints and recommending corrective actions as necessary; and selecting, directing, and managing the work of consultants.
You will analyze and review federal, state and local laws, regulations, policies, and procedures in order to ensure compliance with Oregon Detention Guidelines, applicable Oregon Revised Statutes (ORS), and Behavior Rehabilitation Services (BRS) Oregon Administrative Rules (OAR); serve as the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) Facility Manager; conduct analysis on best practices and trends, and formulate and implement recommendations; develop, implement, and maintain quality management and change management plans and systems to ensure compliance and achieve expected outcomes.
You will develop, administer and monitor a budget of over $10 million; approve expenditures with strict adherence to County finance rules; develop justifications and make budgetary recommendations to the DCJ Executive Team; participate in forecasting additional funding requirements for staffing and resources; identify, obtain, and manage funding from grants, contracts and other funding streams; participate in the interpretation, negotiation, management, and enforcement of contracts; and coordinate the finalization of budgets to ensure the timely submission of the department budget.
Additionally, you will negotiate, problem solve, and collaborate closely with contractors and other partner organizations including the Oregon Youth Authority, Oregon Department of Human Services - Child Welfare, Multnomah County District Attorney's Office, State Court System, Multnomah Education Service District, Multnomah County Health Department, Annie E. Casey Foundation, other County departments and County Juvenile Departments, local law enforcement and state agencies.
You will also represent the county to the public, elected officials, other agencies, governments, and organizations including making presentations, participating in meetings, and conducting community outreach; and act as representative on internal and external committees, interagency task forces, special projects, and other community outreach activities.
JSD Senior Managers are responsible for a team of 5-7 subordinate managers who oversee employees who work in Detention and Residential Services or Court and Community Supervision Services. JSD Senior Managers serve as members of the DCJ Senior Leadership Team and the JSD Juvenile Leadership Team. This Senior Manager leads the Detention Leadership Team.
The Department of Community Justice is looking for a Senior Manager/Leader who can demonstrate expertise in the following areas:
Leadership and Direction: You provide a sense of direction through a clear vision to create change in the juvenile justice system that serves the interests of multiple stakeholders including the public, justice-involved youth and their families, victims, community groups, employees, other agencies and the judiciary using evidence based practices. You bring your leadership, operational oversight and advocacy experience to the daily operations and administrative functions of the assigned division.
Networking and Collaboration: You serve on the department's Senior Leadership Team as a principal advisor and participant in decision making processes where budget and operational direction are made that impact the entire department. You represent DCJ as well as the County, to the public, other juvenile justice professionals and politicians throughout Oregon and the country through collaborative relationships and networking in an effort to identify and incorporate evidence based practices and enhance the continuum of accountability, public safety and service delivery. You also develop relationships with community partners designed to improve outcomes for youth under DCJ's supervision.
Quality Assurance, Analysis of Performance Data, Realignment, and Budget Adjustments: You maintain oversight of evidence based practices, state-wide outcome measures and department benchmarks to ensure that the department is deepening efforts in researched based practices. You will review outcome data and benchmarks through a review of management reports, research and evaluation data, results audits, performance appraisals and meetings with managers. You monitor and participate in the development and administration of the division budget, including forecasting of resources needed, expenditures, and recommend mid-year or other adjustments.
Cultural Competency: You value and respect diversity within our staff, our clients, and our community, and take seriously our responsibility to provide culturally specific services in a competent manner.
The successful candidate will possess competency and leadership skills in the following leadership traits:
Fosters high standards of ethics and integrity.
Treats others in a fair and ethical manner.
Expert listener, communicator, and facilitator.
Deals effectively with pressure.
Maintains focus and intensity and remains optimistic and persistent.
Inspires others to succeed.
Demonstrates stewardship and commitment to public service.
MULTNOMAH COUNTY
Located in northwestern Oregon at the confluence of the Columbia and Willamette Rivers, Multnomah County is at the heart of one of the most livable areas in the United States.
The County offers natural splendor and urban amenities alike: it is home to the scenic wonders of the Columbia River Gorge and the western slopes of picturesque Mt. Hood, and to the urban sophistication of Portland, Oregon's largest city. The City boasts 10,000 acres of park land in 206 locations (including the largest forested wilderness park within an American city), as well as ballet, symphony, and theater companies. In addition, sports enthusiasts can choose from the NBA Portland Trail Blazers, the Portland Winter Hawks of the Western Hockey League, the Portland Timbers Major League Soccer Team and the Portland Thorns National Women’s Soccer League. The County's diverse population has grown in recent years to more than 735,000 and the metro area is over 2 million.
MULTNOMAH COUNTY GOVERNMENT
The County is governed by a Board of County Commissioners, consisting of four non-partisan members elected from designated districts, and the Board Chair, who is elected at large. The Chair also provides executive direction as the County's CEO.
The County provides diverse services to the community, including libraries, road maintenance, social services, health clinics, regulatory health services, supervision and custody of justice-involved youth and adults, criminal prosecution, and law enforcement for unincorporated areas.
WORKFORCE EQUITY
At Multnomah County we are committed to maintaining an effective, respectful and inclusive workplace. We value collaborative problem solving and strive for continuous improvement. We strongly believe in workforce equity, diversity and inclusion. Visit our Workforce Equity Strategies Plan (WESP) to see where Multnomah County is headed with these values.
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY JUSTICE
Vision ~ Community Safety through Positive Change
The Department of Community Justice (DCJ) is recognized as a national leader in both adult and juvenile community justice. DCJ routinely consults and makes use of evidence-based practices in our program and policy development. The Department's commitment to data-informed decision-making has led DCJ to make smart investments of taxpayer dollars in supervision, sanctions, and services for the county's highest risk and highest need justice-involved individuals. DCJ makes long-term investments in its employees through the provision of education and training. The Department believes that in order to enhance public safety we must work collaboratively with the judiciary, law enforcement, schools, treatment agencies, and the community.
The Department shares information with community members, partners, and staff to keep communities safe by preventing and reducing crime and routinely evaluating which local policies support best practices. DCJ operates 24 hours a day, with nearly 650 regular, on-call, and temporary employees. The Department supervises over 4,000 justice-involved individuals annually and those defendants requiring pretrial services. DCJ's Juvenile Services Division operates the Donald E. Long Juvenile Detention Facility and is responsible for approximately 500 youth on formal and informal community supervision.
More general information about the Department of Community Justice including our mission, vision, and strategies can be found at: www.multco.us/dcj .
The Department of Community Justice's Strategic Plan (Executive Summary and Full report) can be found at: https://multco.us/file/68223/download .
SERVING THE PUBLIC, EVEN DURING DISASTERS
Every day, Multnomah County staff work together to serve as a safety net for our communities. During a disaster, this safety net becomes even more critical. All County employees have a role in serving the public during inclement weather, natural disaster, or other types of community emergency response. During these emergency responses, while typically there begins with a call for volunteers, county employees may ultimately be reassigned from their current position to a role in the emergency response in order to support the critical needs presented by our communities. For more information, please visit the Disaster Service Worker Information page.
NOTE for Internal candidates: After you have applied, you will receive the Oregon Veteran Preference Questionnaire in your Workday inbox. Your application as an internal candidate is not complete until you fill out and submit the Oregon Veteran Preference Questionnaire.
TO QUALIFY
We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific about how your background is relevant. For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page.
Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills*:
Five (5) years’ experience of progressive responsibility in program leadership and supervision in the field of criminal justice.
Equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree with major coursework in criminal justice, social services, or a related field. (Note: A Masters' degree in criminal justice, social services, or a related field will substitute for one year of experience.)
Ability to travel to various offices/buildings throughout Multnomah County in a timely manner.
Must be able to pass a thorough background investigation, including being fingerprinted.
Preferred Qualifications/Transferable Skills*:
You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills to qualify. However, keep in mind we may consider some or all of the following when identifying the most qualified candidates. Please clearly explain on your application how you meet any of the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills.
Leadership/supervisory experience in a juvenile detention or juvenile corrections facility.
Expert knowledge of adolescent development and trauma-informed care.
Expert knowledge of best practices related to conditions of confinement for juveniles.
*Transferable skills: Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education, work experience (including the military) or life experience that are relevant for this position. Be sure to describe any transferable skills on your application and clearly explain how they apply to this position.
SCREENING AND EVALUATION
The Application Packet: Please be sure to provide all the materials below in your application submission:
Online application: Explain all related experience (paid or unpaid) and training in the education and work experience sections of the application.
Attach a resume: Please indicate how you meet the required minimum qualifications. Attach the PDF document to the on-line application. Be sure to explain in detail, including dates, all related work experience, paid or unpaid.
A Cover Letter: This should expand on your resume, address why you are interested in this position and demonstrate how your experience and skill set align with the minimum and preferred qualifications listed.
The Selection Process: For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page. We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows:
Initial review of minimum qualifications
Application materials review to determine the most qualified candidates
A phone screen, oral exam, supplemental screening or written exam may be used to determine the most qualified candidates
Consideration of top candidates/Interviews
JSD Staff Town Hall Meeting
Background Investigation
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Type of Position: This is a salaried position.
Type: Non-Represented
FLSA: Exempt
Schedule: Monday – Friday, 40 hours per week
Location: Juvenile Justice Complex; 1401 NE 68th Ave, Portland OR 97213
Telework (Remote): This position is not eligible for telework.
Multnomah County offers a comprehensive benefit package to all eligible employees. A few highlights include:
Health insurance (medical, dental, vision).
Qualify for a defined benefit pension after five years of vesting; we pick up the employee's share of the retirement contribution (6% of subject wages).
Generous paid leave (vacation, sick, parental, bereavement, military etc.)
Life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance
Optional deferred compensation and flexible spending accounts
Access to a free annual Trimet bus pass
Access to wellness resources
The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill future full-time, part-time, regular, temporary, limited duration, and on-call positions. Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.
Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County, we don't just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The EEO Know Your Rights poster is available for your reference. Multnomah County is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We request priority protected veteran referrals.
Veterans’ Preference: Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans’ preference. Review our veterans’ preference page for details about eligibility and how to apply.
Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act: We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact the recruiter below in advance to request assistance. Individuals with hearing or speech impairments may contact the recruiter through the Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 711.
Oct 08, 2024
Full time
The Multnomah County Department of Community Justice (DCJ) is seeking a Senior Manager for the Juvenile Services Division (JSD). This Senior Manager provides administration, oversight, planning and evaluation of JSD’s 64-bed regional detention facility and 16-bed Behavior Rehabilitation Services (BRS) Assessment & Evaluation (A&E) residential program. This advanced level, professional position reports directly to the JSD Director and is responsible for ensuring the safe and secure operation of Detention and the A&E Program, including strict adherence to laws, regulations and best practices.
In this role, you will plan, organize, manage, and administer operations of the juvenile detention facility and the Assessment & Evaluation (A&E) residential program. You will develop and implement programming and strategic planning; implement and assist in the development of policies, procedures, and business practices; evaluate goals, objectives, priorities, and activities to improve performance and outcomes for youth and staff; recommend and establish administrative controls and improvements to ensure safety and security; develop procedures to implement new and/or changing regulatory requirements; serve as a member of the DCJ Senior Leadership Team and the JSD Juvenile Leadership Team, and as the leader of the Detention Leadership Team.
You will direct and approve through subordinate managers the planning, prioritizing, assigning, supervising, training, and review of the work of a diverse workforce by serving as a resource, providing direction, guidance, and leadership to staff and subordinate managers; advising subordinate managers on complex and sensitive concerns and issues; responding to and resolving confidential and sensitive inquiries; investigating complaints and recommending corrective actions as necessary; and selecting, directing, and managing the work of consultants.
You will analyze and review federal, state and local laws, regulations, policies, and procedures in order to ensure compliance with Oregon Detention Guidelines, applicable Oregon Revised Statutes (ORS), and Behavior Rehabilitation Services (BRS) Oregon Administrative Rules (OAR); serve as the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) Facility Manager; conduct analysis on best practices and trends, and formulate and implement recommendations; develop, implement, and maintain quality management and change management plans and systems to ensure compliance and achieve expected outcomes.
You will develop, administer and monitor a budget of over $10 million; approve expenditures with strict adherence to County finance rules; develop justifications and make budgetary recommendations to the DCJ Executive Team; participate in forecasting additional funding requirements for staffing and resources; identify, obtain, and manage funding from grants, contracts and other funding streams; participate in the interpretation, negotiation, management, and enforcement of contracts; and coordinate the finalization of budgets to ensure the timely submission of the department budget.
Additionally, you will negotiate, problem solve, and collaborate closely with contractors and other partner organizations including the Oregon Youth Authority, Oregon Department of Human Services - Child Welfare, Multnomah County District Attorney's Office, State Court System, Multnomah Education Service District, Multnomah County Health Department, Annie E. Casey Foundation, other County departments and County Juvenile Departments, local law enforcement and state agencies.
You will also represent the county to the public, elected officials, other agencies, governments, and organizations including making presentations, participating in meetings, and conducting community outreach; and act as representative on internal and external committees, interagency task forces, special projects, and other community outreach activities.
JSD Senior Managers are responsible for a team of 5-7 subordinate managers who oversee employees who work in Detention and Residential Services or Court and Community Supervision Services. JSD Senior Managers serve as members of the DCJ Senior Leadership Team and the JSD Juvenile Leadership Team. This Senior Manager leads the Detention Leadership Team.
The Department of Community Justice is looking for a Senior Manager/Leader who can demonstrate expertise in the following areas:
Leadership and Direction: You provide a sense of direction through a clear vision to create change in the juvenile justice system that serves the interests of multiple stakeholders including the public, justice-involved youth and their families, victims, community groups, employees, other agencies and the judiciary using evidence based practices. You bring your leadership, operational oversight and advocacy experience to the daily operations and administrative functions of the assigned division.
Networking and Collaboration: You serve on the department's Senior Leadership Team as a principal advisor and participant in decision making processes where budget and operational direction are made that impact the entire department. You represent DCJ as well as the County, to the public, other juvenile justice professionals and politicians throughout Oregon and the country through collaborative relationships and networking in an effort to identify and incorporate evidence based practices and enhance the continuum of accountability, public safety and service delivery. You also develop relationships with community partners designed to improve outcomes for youth under DCJ's supervision.
Quality Assurance, Analysis of Performance Data, Realignment, and Budget Adjustments: You maintain oversight of evidence based practices, state-wide outcome measures and department benchmarks to ensure that the department is deepening efforts in researched based practices. You will review outcome data and benchmarks through a review of management reports, research and evaluation data, results audits, performance appraisals and meetings with managers. You monitor and participate in the development and administration of the division budget, including forecasting of resources needed, expenditures, and recommend mid-year or other adjustments.
Cultural Competency: You value and respect diversity within our staff, our clients, and our community, and take seriously our responsibility to provide culturally specific services in a competent manner.
The successful candidate will possess competency and leadership skills in the following leadership traits:
Fosters high standards of ethics and integrity.
Treats others in a fair and ethical manner.
Expert listener, communicator, and facilitator.
Deals effectively with pressure.
Maintains focus and intensity and remains optimistic and persistent.
Inspires others to succeed.
Demonstrates stewardship and commitment to public service.
MULTNOMAH COUNTY
Located in northwestern Oregon at the confluence of the Columbia and Willamette Rivers, Multnomah County is at the heart of one of the most livable areas in the United States.
The County offers natural splendor and urban amenities alike: it is home to the scenic wonders of the Columbia River Gorge and the western slopes of picturesque Mt. Hood, and to the urban sophistication of Portland, Oregon's largest city. The City boasts 10,000 acres of park land in 206 locations (including the largest forested wilderness park within an American city), as well as ballet, symphony, and theater companies. In addition, sports enthusiasts can choose from the NBA Portland Trail Blazers, the Portland Winter Hawks of the Western Hockey League, the Portland Timbers Major League Soccer Team and the Portland Thorns National Women’s Soccer League. The County's diverse population has grown in recent years to more than 735,000 and the metro area is over 2 million.
MULTNOMAH COUNTY GOVERNMENT
The County is governed by a Board of County Commissioners, consisting of four non-partisan members elected from designated districts, and the Board Chair, who is elected at large. The Chair also provides executive direction as the County's CEO.
The County provides diverse services to the community, including libraries, road maintenance, social services, health clinics, regulatory health services, supervision and custody of justice-involved youth and adults, criminal prosecution, and law enforcement for unincorporated areas.
WORKFORCE EQUITY
At Multnomah County we are committed to maintaining an effective, respectful and inclusive workplace. We value collaborative problem solving and strive for continuous improvement. We strongly believe in workforce equity, diversity and inclusion. Visit our Workforce Equity Strategies Plan (WESP) to see where Multnomah County is headed with these values.
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY JUSTICE
Vision ~ Community Safety through Positive Change
The Department of Community Justice (DCJ) is recognized as a national leader in both adult and juvenile community justice. DCJ routinely consults and makes use of evidence-based practices in our program and policy development. The Department's commitment to data-informed decision-making has led DCJ to make smart investments of taxpayer dollars in supervision, sanctions, and services for the county's highest risk and highest need justice-involved individuals. DCJ makes long-term investments in its employees through the provision of education and training. The Department believes that in order to enhance public safety we must work collaboratively with the judiciary, law enforcement, schools, treatment agencies, and the community.
The Department shares information with community members, partners, and staff to keep communities safe by preventing and reducing crime and routinely evaluating which local policies support best practices. DCJ operates 24 hours a day, with nearly 650 regular, on-call, and temporary employees. The Department supervises over 4,000 justice-involved individuals annually and those defendants requiring pretrial services. DCJ's Juvenile Services Division operates the Donald E. Long Juvenile Detention Facility and is responsible for approximately 500 youth on formal and informal community supervision.
More general information about the Department of Community Justice including our mission, vision, and strategies can be found at: www.multco.us/dcj .
The Department of Community Justice's Strategic Plan (Executive Summary and Full report) can be found at: https://multco.us/file/68223/download .
SERVING THE PUBLIC, EVEN DURING DISASTERS
Every day, Multnomah County staff work together to serve as a safety net for our communities. During a disaster, this safety net becomes even more critical. All County employees have a role in serving the public during inclement weather, natural disaster, or other types of community emergency response. During these emergency responses, while typically there begins with a call for volunteers, county employees may ultimately be reassigned from their current position to a role in the emergency response in order to support the critical needs presented by our communities. For more information, please visit the Disaster Service Worker Information page.
NOTE for Internal candidates: After you have applied, you will receive the Oregon Veteran Preference Questionnaire in your Workday inbox. Your application as an internal candidate is not complete until you fill out and submit the Oregon Veteran Preference Questionnaire.
TO QUALIFY
We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific about how your background is relevant. For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page.
Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills*:
Five (5) years’ experience of progressive responsibility in program leadership and supervision in the field of criminal justice.
Equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree with major coursework in criminal justice, social services, or a related field. (Note: A Masters' degree in criminal justice, social services, or a related field will substitute for one year of experience.)
Ability to travel to various offices/buildings throughout Multnomah County in a timely manner.
Must be able to pass a thorough background investigation, including being fingerprinted.
Preferred Qualifications/Transferable Skills*:
You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills to qualify. However, keep in mind we may consider some or all of the following when identifying the most qualified candidates. Please clearly explain on your application how you meet any of the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills.
Leadership/supervisory experience in a juvenile detention or juvenile corrections facility.
Expert knowledge of adolescent development and trauma-informed care.
Expert knowledge of best practices related to conditions of confinement for juveniles.
*Transferable skills: Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education, work experience (including the military) or life experience that are relevant for this position. Be sure to describe any transferable skills on your application and clearly explain how they apply to this position.
SCREENING AND EVALUATION
The Application Packet: Please be sure to provide all the materials below in your application submission:
Online application: Explain all related experience (paid or unpaid) and training in the education and work experience sections of the application.
Attach a resume: Please indicate how you meet the required minimum qualifications. Attach the PDF document to the on-line application. Be sure to explain in detail, including dates, all related work experience, paid or unpaid.
A Cover Letter: This should expand on your resume, address why you are interested in this position and demonstrate how your experience and skill set align with the minimum and preferred qualifications listed.
The Selection Process: For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page. We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows:
Initial review of minimum qualifications
Application materials review to determine the most qualified candidates
A phone screen, oral exam, supplemental screening or written exam may be used to determine the most qualified candidates
Consideration of top candidates/Interviews
JSD Staff Town Hall Meeting
Background Investigation
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Type of Position: This is a salaried position.
Type: Non-Represented
FLSA: Exempt
Schedule: Monday – Friday, 40 hours per week
Location: Juvenile Justice Complex; 1401 NE 68th Ave, Portland OR 97213
Telework (Remote): This position is not eligible for telework.
Multnomah County offers a comprehensive benefit package to all eligible employees. A few highlights include:
Health insurance (medical, dental, vision).
Qualify for a defined benefit pension after five years of vesting; we pick up the employee's share of the retirement contribution (6% of subject wages).
Generous paid leave (vacation, sick, parental, bereavement, military etc.)
Life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance
Optional deferred compensation and flexible spending accounts
Access to a free annual Trimet bus pass
Access to wellness resources
The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill future full-time, part-time, regular, temporary, limited duration, and on-call positions. Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.
Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County, we don't just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The EEO Know Your Rights poster is available for your reference. Multnomah County is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We request priority protected veteran referrals.
Veterans’ Preference: Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans’ preference. Review our veterans’ preference page for details about eligibility and how to apply.
Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act: We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact the recruiter below in advance to request assistance. Individuals with hearing or speech impairments may contact the recruiter through the Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 711.
Are you looking for a meaningful career that has a positive impact on the community ? If you answered YES , come join the City of Sparks! Aside from working for an organization that is dedicated to the community, you will also receive a generous and competitive salary, benefit package, tuition reimbursement, bilingual pay (when applicable) and retirement plan . People who come to Sparks stay in Sparks. Application Tips :
COMPLETELY fill out and update your general online application before attaching it to any new job posting. HR reviews information listed on the application submitted to the specific job posting. HR does NOT use personnel files in the screening process.
Contact information: use an email address you can easily access at any time.
The Qualifications section below is your guide to understand what the City is looking for on your application, use this to your advantage. It is up to the candidate seeking employment/promotion to include all relevant information for qualification purposes, on the application the candidate submits to be considered for the job.
DO attach: licenses/transcripts/certificates that will demonstrate you meet the education or certification requirements (see qualifications section to determine what documents to attach) or preferred experience/education.
DO NOT attach resumes or cover letters . The City of Sparks does not review these items with the application.
Enable TEXT messaging in your application before you hit submit! This feature will allow the recruiter to send you important reminders throughout the recruitment process.
CLOSING DATE: This position will close on Thursday, October 24, 2024 at 4:00 PM pacific time, OR when the first 75 qualified applications have been received by Human Resources , WHICHEVER COMES FIRST. A qualified applicant is a person who has met the minimum qualifications and submitted a valid typing certificate demonstrating their ability to type 40 net words per minute. Typing Test: This position requires the ability to type at 40 net words per minute . Applicants must attach a valid typing certificate to their application. Typing certifications may be obtained from a public/private employment agency or school. Certifications must have been obtained within the last 12 months, the test should be a minimum duration of three (3) minutes and the certificate must possess a signature from the certifying agency. On-line certifications will NOT be accepted. If you haven't completed a typing test/certification as listed above, please see below for ways to obtain one. Employ NV Career Hubs offers typing tests/certifications. To find a location visit: www.EmployNV.gov. Civil Service Testing: The Civil Service Examination for this position will be a written exam conducted in-person at the City of Sparks' City Hall Building, located at 431 Prater Way, Sparks, NV on the following dates:
Friday, November 1, 2024
Monday, November 4, 2024
Please note that these are the only dates currently scheduled for testing. Additional dates may be considered depending on department availability and need . If you have questions about testing, please email hrstaff@cityofsparks.us. Qualified applicants will be notified of testing specifics, including time and meeting room. If you have any questions, please email hrstaff@cityofsparks.us. The City of Sparks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. DESCRIPTION Under limited supervision, provide varied, complex and confidential secretarial and office administrative assistance to a Department Director and associated staff. May provide lead direction and training to clerical support staff. Provide difficult, complex, technical and specialized office support to department head and division leaders and plan and coordinate daily departmental activities. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This position in the Administrative series reports to a Department Director. This is an advanced and experienced position of specialized knowledge with a high degree of autonomy. This class is distinguished from other office support classes in that it requires professional interactions with senior leadership staff and elected officials.
Qualifications: Type accurately at the rate of forty (40) net words per minute. Education and Experience: Equivalent to a High School Diploma and six (6) years of secretarial or office administrative experience, including at least two (2) years of secretarial or office administrative experience in the public sector. Licenses and Certificates: Specified positions may require possession and maintenance of the equivalent to a valid Nevada Class C driver's license within thirty (30) days of hire. Specified positions may require possession and maintenance of an NCIC/NCIJS Certification and/or a Nevada Notary Public Appointment within six (6) months of hire.
Examples of Essential Duties:Receive and screen visitors and incoming communication, providing information which requires the frequent use of discretion, initiative, independent judgment and interpretation of policies and procedures to ensure smooth operations of assigned department and relationships with the public. Maintain the Department Director's schedule and meetings. Screen requests and ensure that the Department Director is cognizant of meeting times and individuals. Research, compile and summarize a variety of informational materials. Communicate effectively with other departments and staff as necessary both orally and in writing. Coordinate activities with other City departments including follow-up on projects assigned to other departments. Transmit information to others from the Department Director and associated staff. Provide confidential information to other agencies, courts and/or district attorney’s offices as required. Draft a variety of documents and reports from notes, brief instructions, printed materials, or transcription equipment. Review finished materials for completeness, accuracy, format, compliance with policies and procedures, including department specific knowledge in specialized areas. Prepare documents for signature and route accordingly. Process mail and either personally handle or route for handling to appropriate department. Initiate specified correspondence independently for signature or staff. Process a variety of paperwork from staff and prepare for appropriate signature and distribution to payroll and human resources and other City staff. May include personnel action forms, performance evaluations, timekeeping records, requests for training, workers compensation documents, requests for leave and personnel requisition forms. Perform general accounting including accounts payable and receivable. Maintain petty cash, process purchase orders and payments, inventory and maintain inventory reports and maintain financial journal of expenses. Coordinate and participate in the budget process with the Director and division managers by compiling data, statistics, records, and reports and prepare draft administrative information for implementation of the department budget. Organize workload and daily tasks, set, and follow priorities based on Director’s and Division’s priorities, and meet critical deadlines. Maintain various administrative, reference and follow-up files. Maintain data and supporting documentation in appropriate databases. Purge files as needed or requested within identified retention schedules. Organize and arrange meetings, workshops, events, and travel for staff. Plan and make logistical arrangements for meetings, banquets, and other events. Attend meetings, take minutes, and prepare and distribute minutes as appropriate. Provide training and work direction to clerical support staff, vendors, and contractors when needed. Verify timesheets and track contract labor hours and costs. May be required to perform designated role on Emergency Management Team. Police Department assignment may be required to fill in as Police Operations Specialist. Perform other duties which may be assigned. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of budgetary principles and practices
Knowledge of supervisory principles and practices
Knowledge of records management principles and practices
Knowledge of public and business administration principles and practices
Knowledge of and ability to use computer applications and software related to the work including Microsoft Office
Knowledge of advanced office administrative and secretarial practices and procedures
Knowledge of department and city specific programs and activities
Knowledge of business math
Ability to use initiative, independent judgment, tact, discretion, and prudence within established guidelines
Ability to use proper English grammar
Ability to train others in work procedures
Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with those contacted during work
Physical Demands: Requires ability to work in a typical office setting and use standard office equipment. Requires the ability to sit for long periods of time. SUPPLEMENTAL JOB INFORMATION
This is a Civil Service position and is Non-Exempt under FLSA guidelines
This position reports to a Department Director
Supervision exercised: May plan, assign and review the work of support staff, temporary staff, or volunteers
May be called back, held over, work off-hours, nights, weekends, and holiday shifts as required
May be required to work during emergency circumstances or inclement weather conditions
May be required to pass a pre-placement drug screen and background investigation
Application and Recruitment Information:Human Resources will require prior to the first examination for the position, necessary documentary evidence be submitted for fitness of any qualification. Any requirement not met for the advertised position prior to the first examination for that position, will be cause for Human Resources to decline to examine, certify or hire the applicant. Recruitment Communication: Human Resources will be contacting you at various stages of the recruitment process via email only, even if you have chosen U.S. mail for prior application processes or for applications with other agencies. Please make sure your email address is accurate. Reasonable Accommodation: Human Resources will make efforts to provide reasonable accommodations to disabled candidates in the selection process. If you have special needs, please notify the Human Resources office when you turn in your application or at least three (3) business days prior to the examination/interview by calling (775) 353-2345. Disclaimer: The City of Sparks hires and promotes candidates based on a competitive merit selection process, which may include any or all of the following: screening for minimum qualifications, written examinations, supplemental training and experience questionnaires, assessment centers, interviews (oral or written), physical tests or any combination which the Sparks Civil Service Commission may order. Scoring in the top five (5) for promotion or top ten (10) for entry level in any part of the selection process merely advances the applicant to a higher round of examination, which may consist of additional interviews and other evaluations. Scoring in the top five (5) or ten (10) gives no right to be selected for the position. The City of Sparks reserves the right to select applicants who demonstrate the best combination of qualifications for the position.
Oct 07, 2024
Full time
Are you looking for a meaningful career that has a positive impact on the community ? If you answered YES , come join the City of Sparks! Aside from working for an organization that is dedicated to the community, you will also receive a generous and competitive salary, benefit package, tuition reimbursement, bilingual pay (when applicable) and retirement plan . People who come to Sparks stay in Sparks. Application Tips :
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CLOSING DATE: This position will close on Thursday, October 24, 2024 at 4:00 PM pacific time, OR when the first 75 qualified applications have been received by Human Resources , WHICHEVER COMES FIRST. A qualified applicant is a person who has met the minimum qualifications and submitted a valid typing certificate demonstrating their ability to type 40 net words per minute. Typing Test: This position requires the ability to type at 40 net words per minute . Applicants must attach a valid typing certificate to their application. Typing certifications may be obtained from a public/private employment agency or school. Certifications must have been obtained within the last 12 months, the test should be a minimum duration of three (3) minutes and the certificate must possess a signature from the certifying agency. On-line certifications will NOT be accepted. If you haven't completed a typing test/certification as listed above, please see below for ways to obtain one. Employ NV Career Hubs offers typing tests/certifications. To find a location visit: www.EmployNV.gov. Civil Service Testing: The Civil Service Examination for this position will be a written exam conducted in-person at the City of Sparks' City Hall Building, located at 431 Prater Way, Sparks, NV on the following dates:
Friday, November 1, 2024
Monday, November 4, 2024
Please note that these are the only dates currently scheduled for testing. Additional dates may be considered depending on department availability and need . If you have questions about testing, please email hrstaff@cityofsparks.us. Qualified applicants will be notified of testing specifics, including time and meeting room. If you have any questions, please email hrstaff@cityofsparks.us. The City of Sparks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. DESCRIPTION Under limited supervision, provide varied, complex and confidential secretarial and office administrative assistance to a Department Director and associated staff. May provide lead direction and training to clerical support staff. Provide difficult, complex, technical and specialized office support to department head and division leaders and plan and coordinate daily departmental activities. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This position in the Administrative series reports to a Department Director. This is an advanced and experienced position of specialized knowledge with a high degree of autonomy. This class is distinguished from other office support classes in that it requires professional interactions with senior leadership staff and elected officials.
Qualifications: Type accurately at the rate of forty (40) net words per minute. Education and Experience: Equivalent to a High School Diploma and six (6) years of secretarial or office administrative experience, including at least two (2) years of secretarial or office administrative experience in the public sector. Licenses and Certificates: Specified positions may require possession and maintenance of the equivalent to a valid Nevada Class C driver's license within thirty (30) days of hire. Specified positions may require possession and maintenance of an NCIC/NCIJS Certification and/or a Nevada Notary Public Appointment within six (6) months of hire.
Examples of Essential Duties:Receive and screen visitors and incoming communication, providing information which requires the frequent use of discretion, initiative, independent judgment and interpretation of policies and procedures to ensure smooth operations of assigned department and relationships with the public. Maintain the Department Director's schedule and meetings. Screen requests and ensure that the Department Director is cognizant of meeting times and individuals. Research, compile and summarize a variety of informational materials. Communicate effectively with other departments and staff as necessary both orally and in writing. Coordinate activities with other City departments including follow-up on projects assigned to other departments. Transmit information to others from the Department Director and associated staff. Provide confidential information to other agencies, courts and/or district attorney’s offices as required. Draft a variety of documents and reports from notes, brief instructions, printed materials, or transcription equipment. Review finished materials for completeness, accuracy, format, compliance with policies and procedures, including department specific knowledge in specialized areas. Prepare documents for signature and route accordingly. Process mail and either personally handle or route for handling to appropriate department. Initiate specified correspondence independently for signature or staff. Process a variety of paperwork from staff and prepare for appropriate signature and distribution to payroll and human resources and other City staff. May include personnel action forms, performance evaluations, timekeeping records, requests for training, workers compensation documents, requests for leave and personnel requisition forms. Perform general accounting including accounts payable and receivable. Maintain petty cash, process purchase orders and payments, inventory and maintain inventory reports and maintain financial journal of expenses. Coordinate and participate in the budget process with the Director and division managers by compiling data, statistics, records, and reports and prepare draft administrative information for implementation of the department budget. Organize workload and daily tasks, set, and follow priorities based on Director’s and Division’s priorities, and meet critical deadlines. Maintain various administrative, reference and follow-up files. Maintain data and supporting documentation in appropriate databases. Purge files as needed or requested within identified retention schedules. Organize and arrange meetings, workshops, events, and travel for staff. Plan and make logistical arrangements for meetings, banquets, and other events. Attend meetings, take minutes, and prepare and distribute minutes as appropriate. Provide training and work direction to clerical support staff, vendors, and contractors when needed. Verify timesheets and track contract labor hours and costs. May be required to perform designated role on Emergency Management Team. Police Department assignment may be required to fill in as Police Operations Specialist. Perform other duties which may be assigned. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of budgetary principles and practices
Knowledge of supervisory principles and practices
Knowledge of records management principles and practices
Knowledge of public and business administration principles and practices
Knowledge of and ability to use computer applications and software related to the work including Microsoft Office
Knowledge of advanced office administrative and secretarial practices and procedures
Knowledge of department and city specific programs and activities
Knowledge of business math
Ability to use initiative, independent judgment, tact, discretion, and prudence within established guidelines
Ability to use proper English grammar
Ability to train others in work procedures
Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with those contacted during work
Physical Demands: Requires ability to work in a typical office setting and use standard office equipment. Requires the ability to sit for long periods of time. SUPPLEMENTAL JOB INFORMATION
This is a Civil Service position and is Non-Exempt under FLSA guidelines
This position reports to a Department Director
Supervision exercised: May plan, assign and review the work of support staff, temporary staff, or volunteers
May be called back, held over, work off-hours, nights, weekends, and holiday shifts as required
May be required to work during emergency circumstances or inclement weather conditions
May be required to pass a pre-placement drug screen and background investigation
Application and Recruitment Information:Human Resources will require prior to the first examination for the position, necessary documentary evidence be submitted for fitness of any qualification. Any requirement not met for the advertised position prior to the first examination for that position, will be cause for Human Resources to decline to examine, certify or hire the applicant. Recruitment Communication: Human Resources will be contacting you at various stages of the recruitment process via email only, even if you have chosen U.S. mail for prior application processes or for applications with other agencies. Please make sure your email address is accurate. Reasonable Accommodation: Human Resources will make efforts to provide reasonable accommodations to disabled candidates in the selection process. If you have special needs, please notify the Human Resources office when you turn in your application or at least three (3) business days prior to the examination/interview by calling (775) 353-2345. Disclaimer: The City of Sparks hires and promotes candidates based on a competitive merit selection process, which may include any or all of the following: screening for minimum qualifications, written examinations, supplemental training and experience questionnaires, assessment centers, interviews (oral or written), physical tests or any combination which the Sparks Civil Service Commission may order. Scoring in the top five (5) for promotion or top ten (10) for entry level in any part of the selection process merely advances the applicant to a higher round of examination, which may consist of additional interviews and other evaluations. Scoring in the top five (5) or ten (10) gives no right to be selected for the position. The City of Sparks reserves the right to select applicants who demonstrate the best combination of qualifications for the position.
Earthjustice is seeking a number of attorneys and advocates — see our opportunities here: http://www.earthjustice.org/jobs . Earthjustice is the nation's leading environmental law organization. Wielding the power of law, Earthjustice partners with our clients to take on the most critical fights of our time—fights to protect the incredible biodiversity and wild places of the planet; to avert climate disaster by transitioning society away from fossil fuels toward clean energy; to safeguard the right of all people to a healthy environment. We are here because the earth needs a good lawyer. Founded in 1971, Earthjustice has a distinguished track record of achieving significant, lasting environmental protection. We achieve this by hiring people who share a passion for justice and a healthy environment. Our headquarters are in San Francisco with offices in Anchorage, Bozeman, Chicago, Denver, Honolulu, Houston, Juneau, Los Angeles, Miami, New Orleans, New York, Philadelphia, Seattle, Tallahassee, Washington, D.C., and a satellite office in Sacramento. The California Regional Office fights for the rights of all to a healthy environment regardless of where in the state they live; we fight to protect the magnificent natural spaces and wildlife found in California; and we fight to transition California to a zero-emissions future where cars, trucks, buildings, and power plants run on clean energy, not fossil fuels. We are searching for a Regional Policy Advocate who can help us advocate for these priorities before the state legislature, Governor's office, and administrative agencies. The California Policy Advocate will be responsible for working with California Regional Office staff and other Earthjustice team members, as appropriate, to develop and implement legislative and administrative strategies in Sacramento, under the direction of the California Regional Office Managing Attorney. Our current California priorities include protecting frontline communities and public lands from oil and gas development, safeguarding ecosystems and imperiled species, advancing clean energy innovation towards a zero-emissions future, improving air quality for vulnerable communities in Los Angeles and the Central Valley, and fighting dangerous pesticide use that impacts communities and ecosystems. For more information about the California Regional Office's work, visit https://earthjustice.org/office/California . This role is hybrid, based in our Sacramento office. Travel to other parts of the state required as needed. The Policy Advocate will work closely on California advocacy with other programs within Earthjustice (for example, our Clean Energy Program), and interface with our Washington DC-based Policy and Legislation office. Responsibilities
Develop and implement legislative and administrative strategies, in partnership with California Regional Office staff and with input from other program staff, to advance our positions on priority environmental and environmental-justice issues in California.
Directly educate and lobby the California legislature, Governor's Office, and key administrative agencies and commissions on priority issues.
Track and analyze legislation and other developments relating to California Regional priority issues, and other program priority issues, as appropriate.
Interface with Earthjustice regional offices and programs to support and inform their work relating to California state policy.
Collaborate with Earthjustice lawyers and researchers on advocacy for Earthjustice's California priority goals, including participating in internal working groups on relevant work of the California Regional Office (e.g. Right to Zero, Oil and Gas Extraction, etc) and other programs, as appropriate.
Draft new legislation and policies and amendments to existing laws and policies.
Work closely with existing partners and clients, and cultivate new allies, strategic relationships, partnerships, and coalitions.
Establish effective coalition strategies in support of rulemaking proceedings before administrative agencies, in collaboration with other staff in the California Regional Office and with other programs.
Create advocacy materials such as legislative and policy memoranda, reports, briefing papers, fact sheets, letters of support or opposition, action alerts, and blogs.
Engage with federal Policy and Legislative (PAL) staff on issues that involve intersections between California and federal policy.
Work with our communications team and consultants on media outreach efforts on priority issues.
Assist as appropriate with fundraising efforts relating to relevant issue areas, as needed by the Managing Attorney and Development staff.
Serve as a spokesperson for Earthjustice on issues relevant to legislative and policy priorities in California.
Supervise projects and other efforts performed in connection with priority legislative and administrative issues by Earthjustice attorneys, assistants, interns, or contractors.
Qualifications
At least five years' experience in legislative service, lobbying, and/or government relations in California.
Graduate Degree preferred.
Knowledge of the California legislature, legislative process, and state political landscape.
Prior experience working in coalitions to develop and run a lobbying campaign.
Ability to handle multiple tasks and projects and meet deadlines.
Strong writing and oral communications skills, including experience in working with traditional and social media.
Detail oriented and strong organizational skills.
Proven ability to work in coalitions and with allies.
Entrepreneurial spirit with proven ability to work independently and proactively.
Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to build relationships and work collaboratively with a diverse set of clients and partner organizations.
Demonstrated awareness and sensitivity to the needs and concerns of individuals from diverse cultures, backgrounds and orientations.
Commitment to the creation of a diverse, equitable and inclusive work culture that encourages and celebrates differences.
Experience with state and federal environmental laws, environmental justice, and/or clean energy issues a plus.
Proficiency in Spanish or other languages is a plus.
Salary is based on experience and location. Salary range in Sacramento, CA: $122,700 - $136,300 We offer a mission- and employee-focused work environment and a competitive compensation package, including excellent benefits. Earthjustice is an equal opportunity employer and highly values diversity. As a 501(c)(3) organization, Earthjustice is a qualifying employer for purposes of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program. To Apply: Interested candidates should submit via Jobvite:
Resume.
One or two page cover letter.
Writing sample, preferably 4-5 pages that reflects your work.
We are looking to hire a candidate who is available to start by January 2025 . Preference will be given to candidates who apply by October 6, 2024 . After that, applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. The office employs a hybrid approach where staff are in the office a minimum of one day per week and as necessary depending on case and office needs and may otherwise choose whether to work remotely or in the office. Please reach out to jobs@earthjustice.org if you are having technical difficulties submitting your application. No phone calls, drop-ins, or hard copies. Earthjustice is driven by a passion for justice, partnership, and excellence. Our core values lead us to seek a broad range of perspectives and backgrounds to achieve our mission and to maintain an inclusive environment where all staff are valued and respected. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to employment practices that ensure that employees and applicants for employment are provided with equal opportunities without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or any other factor that is not related to the position. For positions located within the City and County of San Francisco: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Sep 23, 2024
Full time
Earthjustice is seeking a number of attorneys and advocates — see our opportunities here: http://www.earthjustice.org/jobs . Earthjustice is the nation's leading environmental law organization. Wielding the power of law, Earthjustice partners with our clients to take on the most critical fights of our time—fights to protect the incredible biodiversity and wild places of the planet; to avert climate disaster by transitioning society away from fossil fuels toward clean energy; to safeguard the right of all people to a healthy environment. We are here because the earth needs a good lawyer. Founded in 1971, Earthjustice has a distinguished track record of achieving significant, lasting environmental protection. We achieve this by hiring people who share a passion for justice and a healthy environment. Our headquarters are in San Francisco with offices in Anchorage, Bozeman, Chicago, Denver, Honolulu, Houston, Juneau, Los Angeles, Miami, New Orleans, New York, Philadelphia, Seattle, Tallahassee, Washington, D.C., and a satellite office in Sacramento. The California Regional Office fights for the rights of all to a healthy environment regardless of where in the state they live; we fight to protect the magnificent natural spaces and wildlife found in California; and we fight to transition California to a zero-emissions future where cars, trucks, buildings, and power plants run on clean energy, not fossil fuels. We are searching for a Regional Policy Advocate who can help us advocate for these priorities before the state legislature, Governor's office, and administrative agencies. The California Policy Advocate will be responsible for working with California Regional Office staff and other Earthjustice team members, as appropriate, to develop and implement legislative and administrative strategies in Sacramento, under the direction of the California Regional Office Managing Attorney. Our current California priorities include protecting frontline communities and public lands from oil and gas development, safeguarding ecosystems and imperiled species, advancing clean energy innovation towards a zero-emissions future, improving air quality for vulnerable communities in Los Angeles and the Central Valley, and fighting dangerous pesticide use that impacts communities and ecosystems. For more information about the California Regional Office's work, visit https://earthjustice.org/office/California . This role is hybrid, based in our Sacramento office. Travel to other parts of the state required as needed. The Policy Advocate will work closely on California advocacy with other programs within Earthjustice (for example, our Clean Energy Program), and interface with our Washington DC-based Policy and Legislation office. Responsibilities
Develop and implement legislative and administrative strategies, in partnership with California Regional Office staff and with input from other program staff, to advance our positions on priority environmental and environmental-justice issues in California.
Directly educate and lobby the California legislature, Governor's Office, and key administrative agencies and commissions on priority issues.
Track and analyze legislation and other developments relating to California Regional priority issues, and other program priority issues, as appropriate.
Interface with Earthjustice regional offices and programs to support and inform their work relating to California state policy.
Collaborate with Earthjustice lawyers and researchers on advocacy for Earthjustice's California priority goals, including participating in internal working groups on relevant work of the California Regional Office (e.g. Right to Zero, Oil and Gas Extraction, etc) and other programs, as appropriate.
Draft new legislation and policies and amendments to existing laws and policies.
Work closely with existing partners and clients, and cultivate new allies, strategic relationships, partnerships, and coalitions.
Establish effective coalition strategies in support of rulemaking proceedings before administrative agencies, in collaboration with other staff in the California Regional Office and with other programs.
Create advocacy materials such as legislative and policy memoranda, reports, briefing papers, fact sheets, letters of support or opposition, action alerts, and blogs.
Engage with federal Policy and Legislative (PAL) staff on issues that involve intersections between California and federal policy.
Work with our communications team and consultants on media outreach efforts on priority issues.
Assist as appropriate with fundraising efforts relating to relevant issue areas, as needed by the Managing Attorney and Development staff.
Serve as a spokesperson for Earthjustice on issues relevant to legislative and policy priorities in California.
Supervise projects and other efforts performed in connection with priority legislative and administrative issues by Earthjustice attorneys, assistants, interns, or contractors.
Qualifications
At least five years' experience in legislative service, lobbying, and/or government relations in California.
Graduate Degree preferred.
Knowledge of the California legislature, legislative process, and state political landscape.
Prior experience working in coalitions to develop and run a lobbying campaign.
Ability to handle multiple tasks and projects and meet deadlines.
Strong writing and oral communications skills, including experience in working with traditional and social media.
Detail oriented and strong organizational skills.
Proven ability to work in coalitions and with allies.
Entrepreneurial spirit with proven ability to work independently and proactively.
Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to build relationships and work collaboratively with a diverse set of clients and partner organizations.
Demonstrated awareness and sensitivity to the needs and concerns of individuals from diverse cultures, backgrounds and orientations.
Commitment to the creation of a diverse, equitable and inclusive work culture that encourages and celebrates differences.
Experience with state and federal environmental laws, environmental justice, and/or clean energy issues a plus.
Proficiency in Spanish or other languages is a plus.
Salary is based on experience and location. Salary range in Sacramento, CA: $122,700 - $136,300 We offer a mission- and employee-focused work environment and a competitive compensation package, including excellent benefits. Earthjustice is an equal opportunity employer and highly values diversity. As a 501(c)(3) organization, Earthjustice is a qualifying employer for purposes of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program. To Apply: Interested candidates should submit via Jobvite:
Resume.
One or two page cover letter.
Writing sample, preferably 4-5 pages that reflects your work.
We are looking to hire a candidate who is available to start by January 2025 . Preference will be given to candidates who apply by October 6, 2024 . After that, applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. The office employs a hybrid approach where staff are in the office a minimum of one day per week and as necessary depending on case and office needs and may otherwise choose whether to work remotely or in the office. Please reach out to jobs@earthjustice.org if you are having technical difficulties submitting your application. No phone calls, drop-ins, or hard copies. Earthjustice is driven by a passion for justice, partnership, and excellence. Our core values lead us to seek a broad range of perspectives and backgrounds to achieve our mission and to maintain an inclusive environment where all staff are valued and respected. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to employment practices that ensure that employees and applicants for employment are provided with equal opportunities without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or any other factor that is not related to the position. For positions located within the City and County of San Francisco: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Earthjustice is the nation’s leading environmental law organization. Wielding the power of law, Earthjustice partners with our clients to take on the most critical fights of our time—fights to protect the incredible biodiversity and wild places of the planet; to avert climate disaster by transitioning society away from fossil fuels toward clean energy; to safeguard the right of all people to a healthy environment. We are here because the earth needs a good lawyer.
Founded in 1971, Earthjustice has a distinguished track record of achieving significant, lasting environmental protections. We achieve this by hiring people who share a passion for justice and a healthy environment. Our headquarters are in San Francisco with offices in Anchorage, Bozeman, Chicago, Denver, Honolulu, Houston, Juneau, Los Angeles, Miami, New Orleans, New York, Seattle, Tallahassee and Washington, D.C. In partnership with various litigation teams, the Senior Research and Policy Analyst supports our programmatic focus on energy and air pollution issues in California by providing strategic and technical assistance. The position focuses on analyzing, writing and editing advocacy and technical documents, and developing and maintaining relationships with government decision-makers, clients and other partners to advance our advocacy. The position sits within the California Regional Office working on the Right to Zero campaign, and reports to the Deputy Managing Attorney. This is a hybrid position located in Los Angeles or San Francisco, CA. Responsibilities: Research and Analysis
Researches and creates technical analyses and documents in support of current and potential litigation, administrative advocacy, and other matters
Works with lawyers and outside experts to help design and manage expert reports, testimony, and analyses in addition to making them understandable
May identify and recruit scientists and technical experts
May independently design and propose research and data gathering strategies
Designs, drafts and manages submissions of letters, reports and supporting materials
Develops strategies for using information requests
Outreach and Advocacy
Engages in direct advocacy with state and federal agencies
Develops, implements and manages community outreach and/or building partnerships, acting as a key agent in developing strategies, assessing advocacy and other engagement opportunities using insights gained from outreach efforts (e.g., prioritizing policy asks)
Cultivates thoughtful partnerships, allies and coalitions in support of assigned issues
Serves as a senior technical and policy expert, advocate and spokesperson. May prepare comments, attend hearings and deliver testimony as required
Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned:
This role includes special projects or additional tasks as assigned, including project management, participation in hiring committees, organization-wide working groups and DEI initiatives
This position may manage non-legal interns
Qualifications
Experience with transportation, energy, climate, air pollution, and/or environmental justice policy issues preferred
Graduate degree in related field or equivalent experience
3+ years of relevant experience
Experience analyzing scientific and technical documents, and researching, synthesizing and presenting science and policy issues to expert as well as public audiences
Strong research and organizational skills; attention to detail with proven ability to solve complex problems, work independently and meet deadlines
Ability to understand policy, complex facts, scientific and technical issues quickly and synthesize this information in a way that makes it understandable to various audiences
Excellent research, writing, oral communication and computer skills, including data analysis skills (Word, Excel, Internet, Adobe, Outlook, PowerPoint, Westlaw/LexisNexis, GIS)
Demonstrated experience in effective communication and collaboration with: colleagues, clients, partners, agency staff, community-based organizations and technical experts
Awareness and sensitivity to the needs and concerns of individuals from diverse cultures, backgrounds and orientations
Desire and ability to contribute to the creation of a diverse, equitable and inclusive work culture that encourages and celebrates differences
We offer a mission and employee-focused work environment and a competitive compensation package including excellent benefits. Earthjustice is an equal opportunity employer and highly values diversity. Salary depends on location and experience. Salary range in San Francisco, CA: $112,100 – $124,500 Salary range in Los Angeles, CA: $106,500 - $118,300 To Apply Interested applicants should submit the following application materials via Jobvite by October 6th, 2024 to be considered:
Resume
One or two page cover letter that addresses:
(1) Why you are drawn to Earthjustice’s mission and whether there are particular legal, environmental, or justice issues that inspire you;
(2) What your experience and skills you would bring to this position;
(3) Aspects of your background that demonstrate competence to work with diverse clients and colleagues; and
(4) Why you are interested in the California Regional Office’s Right to Zero work.
Additional Documents (select “Add Files” in Jobvite):
Writing sample, preferable 4-5 pages that reflects your work.
Earthjustice is driven by a passion for justice, partnership and excellence. Our core values lead us to seek a broad range of perspectives and backgrounds to achieve our mission and to maintain an inclusive environment where all staff are valued and respected. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to employment practices that ensure that employees and applicants for employment are given equal opportunities without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information or any other factor that is not related to the position. For positions located within the City and County of San Francisco: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. For positions located within the City of Los Angeles: We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring. #LI-Hybrid
Sep 23, 2024
Full time
Earthjustice is the nation’s leading environmental law organization. Wielding the power of law, Earthjustice partners with our clients to take on the most critical fights of our time—fights to protect the incredible biodiversity and wild places of the planet; to avert climate disaster by transitioning society away from fossil fuels toward clean energy; to safeguard the right of all people to a healthy environment. We are here because the earth needs a good lawyer.
Founded in 1971, Earthjustice has a distinguished track record of achieving significant, lasting environmental protections. We achieve this by hiring people who share a passion for justice and a healthy environment. Our headquarters are in San Francisco with offices in Anchorage, Bozeman, Chicago, Denver, Honolulu, Houston, Juneau, Los Angeles, Miami, New Orleans, New York, Seattle, Tallahassee and Washington, D.C. In partnership with various litigation teams, the Senior Research and Policy Analyst supports our programmatic focus on energy and air pollution issues in California by providing strategic and technical assistance. The position focuses on analyzing, writing and editing advocacy and technical documents, and developing and maintaining relationships with government decision-makers, clients and other partners to advance our advocacy. The position sits within the California Regional Office working on the Right to Zero campaign, and reports to the Deputy Managing Attorney. This is a hybrid position located in Los Angeles or San Francisco, CA. Responsibilities: Research and Analysis
Researches and creates technical analyses and documents in support of current and potential litigation, administrative advocacy, and other matters
Works with lawyers and outside experts to help design and manage expert reports, testimony, and analyses in addition to making them understandable
May identify and recruit scientists and technical experts
May independently design and propose research and data gathering strategies
Designs, drafts and manages submissions of letters, reports and supporting materials
Develops strategies for using information requests
Outreach and Advocacy
Engages in direct advocacy with state and federal agencies
Develops, implements and manages community outreach and/or building partnerships, acting as a key agent in developing strategies, assessing advocacy and other engagement opportunities using insights gained from outreach efforts (e.g., prioritizing policy asks)
Cultivates thoughtful partnerships, allies and coalitions in support of assigned issues
Serves as a senior technical and policy expert, advocate and spokesperson. May prepare comments, attend hearings and deliver testimony as required
Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned:
This role includes special projects or additional tasks as assigned, including project management, participation in hiring committees, organization-wide working groups and DEI initiatives
This position may manage non-legal interns
Qualifications
Experience with transportation, energy, climate, air pollution, and/or environmental justice policy issues preferred
Graduate degree in related field or equivalent experience
3+ years of relevant experience
Experience analyzing scientific and technical documents, and researching, synthesizing and presenting science and policy issues to expert as well as public audiences
Strong research and organizational skills; attention to detail with proven ability to solve complex problems, work independently and meet deadlines
Ability to understand policy, complex facts, scientific and technical issues quickly and synthesize this information in a way that makes it understandable to various audiences
Excellent research, writing, oral communication and computer skills, including data analysis skills (Word, Excel, Internet, Adobe, Outlook, PowerPoint, Westlaw/LexisNexis, GIS)
Demonstrated experience in effective communication and collaboration with: colleagues, clients, partners, agency staff, community-based organizations and technical experts
Awareness and sensitivity to the needs and concerns of individuals from diverse cultures, backgrounds and orientations
Desire and ability to contribute to the creation of a diverse, equitable and inclusive work culture that encourages and celebrates differences
We offer a mission and employee-focused work environment and a competitive compensation package including excellent benefits. Earthjustice is an equal opportunity employer and highly values diversity. Salary depends on location and experience. Salary range in San Francisco, CA: $112,100 – $124,500 Salary range in Los Angeles, CA: $106,500 - $118,300 To Apply Interested applicants should submit the following application materials via Jobvite by October 6th, 2024 to be considered:
Resume
One or two page cover letter that addresses:
(1) Why you are drawn to Earthjustice’s mission and whether there are particular legal, environmental, or justice issues that inspire you;
(2) What your experience and skills you would bring to this position;
(3) Aspects of your background that demonstrate competence to work with diverse clients and colleagues; and
(4) Why you are interested in the California Regional Office’s Right to Zero work.
Additional Documents (select “Add Files” in Jobvite):
Writing sample, preferable 4-5 pages that reflects your work.
Earthjustice is driven by a passion for justice, partnership and excellence. Our core values lead us to seek a broad range of perspectives and backgrounds to achieve our mission and to maintain an inclusive environment where all staff are valued and respected. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to employment practices that ensure that employees and applicants for employment are given equal opportunities without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information or any other factor that is not related to the position. For positions located within the City and County of San Francisco: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. For positions located within the City of Los Angeles: We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring. #LI-Hybrid
